Business Models/Theories

Key Term

Definition

Examples

Power Culture

Intense power is focused onto small groups or a main figure/individual, who in turn sets out the main culture

Steve Jobs

Richard Branson

Task Culture

Power is obtained from the expertise required to perform a task. Usually associated with a small group approach or small organisations. There is an importance on results and getting things done

Accounting

Law and consulting firms

Role Culture

Power is set out in a hierarchy. An individual’s power is obtained from their specific role in a structured organisation. Detailed rules set how people/branches interact with each other, customers and suppliers

Insurance companies

Banks

Government departments

Local authorities

Public utilities

Person Culture

Where the organisation exists as a method for people to improve their own careers and expertise. The individual is the focus, and if a structure is in place, it serves the needs of the individuals within it

Barristers chambers

Architects partnerships

Small consultancy firms