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command structure

[kəˈmænd ˈstrʌktʃər]
nounpl: command structures
estrutura de comando
1. The hierarchical organization and system of authority in a military, governmental, or organizational entity that defines who reports to whom and how orders are transmitted
The military's command structure ensures clear lines of authority from the general down to individual soldiers.
A estrutura de comando militar garante linhas claras de autoridade do general até os soldados individuais.
2. The framework that establishes the chain of command and delegation of responsibilities within an organization
The company reorganized its command structure to improve efficiency and decision-making.
A empresa reorganizou sua estrutura de comando para melhorar a eficiência e a tomada de decisões.
Synonyms
chain of commandhierarchyorganizational structureline of authoritycadeia de comandohierarquia organizacional
Antonyms
flat organizationhorizontal structureorganização horizontal

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estrutura de comando
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
estrutura de comando
Standard usage in European Portuguese
Military contexts
cadeia de comando
Alternative term emphasizing the chain aspect

Related Idioms & Phrases

chain of command
lines of authority
reporting structure
hierarchical organization
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