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Assignment StructureAssignment StructureA consulting firm is a hybrid organizationInternal clerical and support functions adopt a typical business structureIn the consulting side of the firm, the staff is allocated to temporary project assignments

(discuss briefly the positions within the frame)3Organizational StructureTypes of Organizational Structure

CentralizedTypes of Organizational Structure

DecentralizedTypes of Organizational Structure

Matrix(Add trivia about large consulting firms)7Function/TypeReporting hierarchy is established for each jobThe structure is developed to allow each business unit to function without affecting other areas of the organization

Business UnitCan be divided into:ProductsServicesResponsible for:Increase revenueDeliver the products and services of the unit successfullyCommon fieldsFinancialInformation technologyManagementHuman ResourcesLegalHealth careOther niche sectorsNiche = Environmental, energy, real estate, politics10Structure and Management of Consulting firmsThese are driven primarily by:The degree of customization in the firms work activitiesThe extent of face-to-face interaction with the clientImplication?

The value of a consulting firms depends primarily with the specific talents of highly skilled individuals