This unit provides insight on how to structure the project organization in an effective and efficient manner to achieve project objectives. One of the challenging issues of project management is the contradiction of fundamental design principles associated with traditional organizations. Projects are unique, one-time efforts with a distinct beginning and end. Most organizations are designed to efficiently manage ongoing activities.

Considering the fact that project success is directly linked to the amount of autonomy and authority project managers have over their projects, how would you decide on the type of organizational structure for effective management of a proposed multi-story building facility outside of the focal firms location? In your response outline the weaknesses and strengths of your proposition.