The Theory of Status System

Kazuhito Isomura ()
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Kazuhito Isomura: Chuo University

Chapter Chapter 7 in Organization Theory by Chester Barnard, 2020, pp 73-87 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract In general, organizational structure is recognized as a system of specialization. However, it has other functions, namely to create authority, to facilitate communication, and to maintain status. Therefore, organizational structure functions as a complex of systems of specialization, authority, communication, and status. This chapter highlights the function and dysfunction of status in a cooperative system. There are two types of status system: functional and scalar. Status comes from the difference between an individual’s abilities and their difficulties, and it is systematized by the importance of their abilities. A status system is established and maintained mainly by symbolic ceremonies and titles. A status system has positive functions for both individuals and cooperative systems. On the one hand, individuals enjoy benefits from a status system by receiving incentives and protecting their integrity. On the other hand, cooperative systems work well through a status system’s functions such as facilitating communication, providing incentives, and improving the sense of responsibility. However, a status system has some negative functions in terms of losing flexibility and adaptability because of its stability.

Keywords: Status; Ability; Ceremony and title; Incentive; Integrity; Responsibility; Stability (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2020
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DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-9206-5_7

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