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1. Organizational Structures and CulturesOrganizations have different structures and cultures depending on location, size, environment, etc. and have an impact on the behavior of their employees. It shows the company's flow of authority, responsibility and information. Organizations can be structured on the basis of area, structure and functions.TYPES1) SimpleIt is more of a flat structure where the control is a centralized authority. This is also called product structure and each unit could give different profits. This can be useful in encouraging internal competition.2) BureaucraticThis is a highly formalized structure with specialized departments. Departmental control is restricted and decisions flow through a chain. This structure is implemented by medium and large organizations. The advantage of this structure is specialization and departments know exactly what needs to be done. This structure is followed by the Hilton Hotel.3) MatrixThis structure is composed of multiple lines of authority. This is mainly implemented by R&D organizations, consultancy firms, etc. It allows the organization to focus on the products and services provided. It's useful for flexible working methods, but the possibility of conflict within teams can cause problems. Others shown below are contemporary forms 4) Virtual This organization gets its core/core functions outsourced. There is no departmentalization and it is centralized, for example Nike.5) Boundaryless These types of organizations have flattened hierarchies and minimum levels of status, for example Motorola. This allows for participatory decision making.6) ShamrockOrganization is divided, each category is managed, organized and rewarded differently ( Handy 1989). B...... half of the paper...... work hard. • If the task assigned to the employee is one he or she enjoys, then the employee is motivated to work long hours. • Good environment and work rotation also acts as a motivating factor. • If management works towards career development and social needs of employees, then motivation would increase, as stated in Abraham Maslow's self-actualization theory. • Assignment of responsibilities would also improve employee behavior which helps to motivate them emotionallyImpacts• A highly motivated employee will improve the efficiency of processes in the organization.• Furthermore it will also improve the quality of service provided, leading to satisfied customers, hence greater goodwill for the company.• Greater employee satisfaction would improve the attitude and environment of the entire organization. • Employee turnover would also reduce