The Matrix of Working Relationships (MWR) ©BIOSS is based on Stratified Systems Theory, developed by Elliot Jaques.
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The MWR model identifies seven themes of work, differentiated on the basis of complexity and time-span of decision-making. No theme is more important than another, and each provides a unique contribution to the flow of work within organisations.
In terms of WorkInFlow’s service offering, we would apply the MWR theory to achieve the following:
· Assess the structural effectiveness of an organisation:
· Review job profiles for the structure, which are levelled according to the different themes of work:
· Assess human capital readiness to operate at the different themes of work
The Matrix
can be viewed as a whole or divided into three parts
Operational Matrix
The themes of
- Quality at theme I,
- Service at theme II, and
- Practice at theme III
all have to do with the operational functioning of any business.
The focus is on adding value for the present, and results become apparent within a time horizon of less than two years.
Organisational Matrix
The themes of
- Strategic Development at theme IV and
- Strategic Intent at theme V
have to do with the setting out of the strategic intent of organisations and the development of this intent into practical operational objectives.
The focus is on longer-term objectives of the organisation, and time horizons can stretch up to ten years.
Strategic Matrix
The themes of
- Corporate Citizenship at theme VI and
- Corporate Prescience at theme VII
have to do with sustained viability of organisations for future generations, with time frames that may exceed 25 years.
