In a matrix structure, the vertical overlay represents a product line, brand, customer group, or geographic region and the horizontal overlay represents the functional departments.

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A matrix structure combines a vertical structure with an equally strong horizontal overlay. This generally combines functional and divisional chains of command to form a grid with two command structures, one shown vertically by function, and the other shown horizontally, by product line, brand, customer group, or geographic region.

In a Matrix Structure, the Vertical Overlay Represents a Product