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Matrix Organizational Structure Template

About the Matrix Organizational Structure Template

  • What is it?

    A matrix organizational structure is a business structure in which reporting relationships are shown as a grid rather than in a hierarchy.
  • What's the purpose?

    The purpose of a matrix organizational structure is to show one or more reporting relationships.
  • Who uses it?

    Matrix organizational structures are used by companies in which employees may report to two managers or there is a need to show other chains of command.
  • Best practices

    Format to one page; use consistent spacing between shapes; use a dotted-line to show a relationship between an employee and a secondary manager who provides additional guidance to the employee in their tasks. For more details, take a look at our guide on how to make an organizational chart.