It is said that organization is key to success when running a business (« to run a business » = « diriger une affaire »). Most companies have clear flow charts (« organigramme ») : these show the different positions in the business structure. Everyone then knows what is expected of them.There are different types of organization: hierarchical, matrix, flat and network. A company's organizational structure depends on its size, business sector and goals.
On the whole, the role of management is to encourage coordination, to set objectives and to define corporate strategy. Each department within a company has a specific function but is expected to collaborate with others in order to achieve the company's goals. Recruiting employees with appropriate skills and providing them with clear job descriptions is essential.
