Archetype of the organizational structure

Purpose: The main purpose of the paper is to prove that every organizational structure of a medium and large organization has its basic construction (archetype). An attempt was also made to develop its measurement tool. Design/methodology/approach: The purpose execution is based on a critical literature review, as well as the use of a fractal calculus in measuring the simplicity (complexity) of the archetype. Findings: The concept of archetype is defined, i.e. the solution of the dual organizational problem of differentiation and organizational integration adopted on the second “top” hierarchy level. The archetype, understood in this way, shapes the organizational order, in spite of small changes in the structure, made on a small scale, and contributing to the organization’s identity. A method for measuring the complexity (simplicity) of the archetype has also been proposed. and may be helpful in simplifying structural solutions. Originality/value: An original archetype measurement tool may be helpful in simplifying structural solutions.

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Opracowanie rekordu ze środków MNiSW, umowa Nr 461252 w ramach programu "Społeczna odpowiedzialność nauki" - moduł: Popularyzacja nauki i promocja sportu (2020).