Organization Theory and Design Management
It has been widely argued that there is a direct link between organizational design and
sustainability, as increasingly organizations are building sustainability plans, which are
industriously integrated into their core strategies. Even though objectives might differ, and
structures might vary, organizational design, undeniably influences decision making, it
determines the way leaders are selected, goals are set and performance is assessed among
others. Affecting thus sustainability.
In this context, on the one hand, an organic structure is thought to enhance stakeholder
integration, contribute toward a value oriented environment, and permit an easier diffusion of
knowledge at all levels. On the other hand, a mechanistic structure is thought to support a
bureaucratic climate that might inhibit organizational abilities to realize and seize values aligned
opportunities.
Accordingly, choose a locally based company and examine its organizational design and the way
its structure leads or inhibits sustainability.
