Conclusion

Having reviewed some basic organizational structures for small companies, you might be tempted to rate them overall from best to worst. In practice, however, each can be effective, depending on your company's culture and what it is trying to do. In each case, be aware of the disadvantages of each structure and work to mitigate those problem areas.

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