Describe the Three Common Organisational Designs: Simple Structure,bureaucracy,and Matrix Structure

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Essay

Describe the three common organisational designs: simple structure,bureaucracy,and matrix structure

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Definitions:

Variable Cost

Charges that increase or decrease depending on the volume of production or sales, like raw materials and direct labor.

Contribution Format

A method of income statement presentation that separates fixed costs from variable costs, highlighting the contribution margin.

External Reporting

The process of providing financial information to external stakeholders, such as investors, creditors, and regulatory bodies.

Contribution Approach

A cost accounting approach that separates fixed and variable costs to determine the contribution margin per unit and understand the impact on net income.