‘‘Line and staff organization is vital for large, complex organizations to operate effectively, balancing authority and support.’’

1. THE TYPES OF
ORGANIZATION
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2. Classification of government institutions based on the
following categories:
1. Those that perform purely governmental service functions,
-such as the Department of Public Works and Highways, Postal
Services Office, LGU etc.
2. Those that are organized for business,
-such as the Development Bank of the Philippines, the Philippine
National Railways, PAGCOR etc
3. Those that are organized to dispense justice,
-such as the Supreme Court, the Department of Justice; etc.
4. Those that are organized on a quasi-judicial basis which
exercise administrative as well as judicial functions,
-such as the Securities and Exchange Commission, LTFRB, CSC
COMELEC,, etc

3. Definition:
• Line Organization is the
simplest and oldest
form organization
structure where
authority is delegated
directly from top to
bottom.
• In a chart, this is shown
by an unbroken line.
LINE
ORGANIZATION

4. CHARACTERISTICS
Authority is delegated directly in a continuo
us line.
No separate staff executives; line executives
perform both line and staff functions.
Each executive exercises line authority over
subordinates.
Individuals on the same level are independe
nt
of each other and report only to their
immediate superior.

6. ADVANTAGES
Simplicity: Clear lines of responsibility,
authority, and accountability.
.
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2 Decision-
Making: Facilitates prompt decision-
making due to its straightforward structur
e.

7. ADVANTAGES
Discipline and Control: Clear chain of
command aids in discipline and control.
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4 Flexibility: Adapts to changing conditions
and demands.

8. DISADVANTAGES
Administrative Load: Can lead to an excessi
ve load of administrative responsibility.
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2 Centralization: Encourages centralization o
f
Control, lengthening the chain of comman
d.

9. DISADVANTAGES
Lack of Specialization: Prevents developmen
t
of specialization beyond basic line function
s.
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4 Recruitment Challenges: Difficulty in recruiti
ng multi-skilled personnel.

10. Best Use Case:
 Ideal for small organizations with stable management a
nd operations.
 Due to size, it can avoid inherent defects and is cost-
effective without needing specialized staff services.
 Not suited for large, complex organizations.
 Small organizations will continue to use line organizatio
n due to its simplicity and cost-effectiveness.

11. STAFF
FUNCTION

12. • supports line executives in decision-
making and implementation
STAFF FUNCTIONS
Davis and Filley said:
Staff units provide secondary
values to help line achieve
primary objectives effectively and
economically.
• purely an advisory service
• should align with the needs of line
executives

13. LINE-STAFF ORGANIZATION
LINE ROLES STAFF ROLES
- directly involved in the core
activities in the organization.
- support the line executives by
providing specialized knowledge and
advice
Examples:
Vice-President or
Department Manager
Examples:
Finance Director or
Personnel Officer

14. ADVANTAGES:
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 Clear Responsibility
 Expert Support
 Focus on Main Tasks
 Easier Hiring and Training

15. DISADVANTAGES:
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 Conflict between line and staff
 Role confusion
 Potential for ‘‘ Yes Men’’
 Slower decion-making
 Cost implications
 Dependence on key individuals
 Resistance to change
 Limited authority for staff

16. DOES ANYONE HAVE
ANY QUESTIONS?
FINAL THOUGHTS:
‘‘Line and staff organization is
vital for large, complex organizations
to operate effectively, balancing
authority and support.’’

17. THANK
YOU
for your attention