Matrix organization was first designed in the USA aerospace industry to
overcome the problems …of complexity …of line and staff organization which
may cause breakdowns …of communication, coordination and control. It is
now widely used …in the construction industry and in other industries where a
high degree …of cross functional cooperation and coordination is required.
The departmental structure still exists, but project teams, cutting …
across
functional boundaries, are established as necessary. The team members are drawn …from all the appropriate departments and the team exists only …for the duration …of the project. This method has three basic advantages:
‒ interdependent barriers and defensive behavior models are broken …down
by the teamwork;
‒ coordination …by a team or project leader provides the company …with
greater control …over the project;
‒ the client has a point …of contract close …to his immediate interests,
thus ensuring that the clients needs are met.