The differences between a divisional organization and matrix organization?

The matrix structure groups employees in the fields of function and product. Typically the matrix structure is focused around individual products, product lines or functions. For example, Product C and Product D separate structures with different chains of command: Each might include sales support, IT support, customer service support and operations support. The matrix structure is complex but allows for a focused approach to both products and functions.

The divisional structure is separated by nearly independent departments along the lines of product, market or geographic locations. The larger the organization, the more likely it has a divisional structure, which is simpler to manage and gives clearer lines of control. A company might have separate divisions for each product, each market area the company sells in or each geographic location where operations reside