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multidivisional form  

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  • The concept of the multidivisional form of organization (M-form) was introduced with the work of Alfred Chandler on the divisional structure of the firm. According to Chandler, the M-form facilitates growth through diversification across products, industries, and markets and includes the notion of delegation of power and authority to divisional managers. [Source: International Encyclopedia of Organization Studies; Multidivisional Form]

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