PRO4801
Assignment 2 2025
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
Unique number:
Due Date: May 2025
QUESTION 2.1
(i)
An “organic” project organisation refers to a flexible, adaptive, and responsive structure
designed to operate effectively in dynamic environments characterized by complexity,
uncertainty, and change. Unlike traditional hierarchical structures that rely on rigid lines
of authority and vertical communication, organic project organisations emphasize
decentralised control, collaboration, and horizontal integration of sub-units.
To be considered organic, a project organisation must possess two key properties. First,
it must integrate sub-units through horizontal relationships. This involves creating
mechanisms—both formal and informal—for communication and decision-making
across departments and teams, rather than strictly following top-down channels.
Second, the structure must be differentiated to suit the unique demands of the project
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Assignment 2 2025
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
Unique number:
Due Date: May 2025
QUESTION 2.1
(i)
An “organic” project organisation refers to a flexible, adaptive, and responsive structure
designed to operate effectively in dynamic environments characterized by complexity,
uncertainty, and change. Unlike traditional hierarchical structures that rely on rigid lines
of authority and vertical communication, organic project organisations emphasize
decentralised control, collaboration, and horizontal integration of sub-units.
To be considered organic, a project organisation must possess two key properties. First,
it must integrate sub-units through horizontal relationships. This involves creating
mechanisms—both formal and informal—for communication and decision-making
across departments and teams, rather than strictly following top-down channels.
Second, the structure must be differentiated to suit the unique demands of the project
Terms of use
and its By making use of this document
environment. This means tailoring roles, processes, and teams to fit the specific you agree to:
Use this document as a guide for learning, comparison and reference purpose,
Terms of use
Not to duplicate, reproduce and/or misrepresent the contents of this document as your own work,
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document
Fully accept the consequences
solely as a guide forshould you plagiarise
learning, reference,or and
misuse this document.
comparison purposes,
Ensure originality of your own work, and fully accept the consequences should you plagiarise or misuse this document.
Comply with all relevant standards, guidelines, regulations, and legislation governing academic and written work.
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is" without any express or
implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the
information contained within this document. This document is intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes.
Reproduction, resale, or transmission of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
