COURSE
Retail: Organizational Structures
INR 59
Description
Explores functional, divisional, matrix, and agile structures in retail and their implication for IT enablement.
Learning Objectives
Learners will map retail organization structures, understand reporting lines, and analyze how structure impacts IT implementations.
Topics (6)
1
Implications for IT Enablement and Solution Delivery
Org-wide rollouts, agile at scale, governance, matrix-program integration.
2
Functional Structure Fundamentals
Classic hierarchy: merchandising, operations, supply, marketing, IT.
3
Divisional and Regional Structures
Multi-brand, regional, category-based organization in majors.
4
Matrix Structure and Project Teams
Omnichannel launches, global/local, PM-centric agile models.
5
Agile and Platform-based Structures in Retail
Agile release trains, cross-functional product squads, centers of excellence.
6
Organizational Change and Talent Mobility
Restructuring, skill mobility, upskilling, restructuring for digital.