In mature organizations, mechanistic structures may be strengthened and functional structures may be introduced. Tension may emerge over balancing mechanistic bureaucracy with the innovation and flexibility associated with organic structure.

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In the sustained success or maturity phase, the organization expands and the hierarchy deepens with multiple levels of employees. Lower-level managers gain greater responsibility, and top executives rely almost exclusively on them to handle administrative issues so executives can focus on strategic decisions affecting the overall organization. The mechanistic structures of the organization are strengthened and functional structures may be introduced. Tension often emerges over how to balance mechanistic bureaucracy with the innovation and flexibility associated with organic structure.

Sustained Success or Maturity Phase of the Organizational Life Cycle

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