chain of command
trace the lines of Formal communication at your organization?
Communication can be categorized into formal and informal communication. The three types of formal communication are horizontal communication, upward communication and downward communication.
importance of formal groups
Formal and informal communication serve different roles. Formal communication takes longer to develop and is often used to document procedures, requirements, and policies. Informal communication smoothes the day-to-day running of the organization.
a formal communication can be defined as a means of communication that is normally controled by the managers in an organisation. it has been called the main line of the organization operational communication. this is intended the reports ,records,and other forms that flow up and down in the system .
Answer-- Whether formal or informal an organization has some goals and group of people who are presumably working to achieve those goals. In a formal organization, the structural hierarchy ensures that the roles are well defined and information flows in a structured manner to achieve the goals of the organization. And that is communication!
An organization structure provides channels for the flow of information an which the decision of the organization will be based. as such an organization can be described as the network of communication channels.These channels can be either intentionally desinged,or they may develop of their accord.When achannelis intentionallyprescribed for the flow of communicationin the organization,we call it a Formal channel,and the communication passingthrough that channelas formalcommunication.On the other hand,when communication takes place throughchannel not intentionally designed, in other words,outside the formalchannels.such channel are reffered to as informal channels,and the communication as informal communication. An organization chart shows the direction of formal communication flow in an organization.It identifies the various transmitters and recevers, and the channels through which theymust communicate
Formal communication is written, oral or graphic communication routed through the "official channels" These follow the lines of authority and accountability.
Informal communication in a business organization refers to the exchange of information, ideas, or thoughts among employees outside of the formal channels such as official meetings or emails. This type of communication is usually spontaneous, unstructured, and may occur through conversations, phone calls, or instant messaging. Informal communication helps in building relationships, fostering teamwork, and sharing knowledge within the organization.
The informal flow of communication gives many ideas and help in increasing the productivity of the organization to certain extent.
Internal communication is a general term used in industry which essentially means all formal and informal communication within an organization or business.
1). INFORMATION FLOWS IN AN ORGANIZATION BOTH FORMALLY AND INFORMALLY. 2). THE TERM FORMAL REFERS TO COMMUNICATION THAT FLOWS THE OFFICIAL HIERARCHY AND IS REQUIRED TO DO ONE'S JOB. 3). IT FLOWS THROUGH FORMAL CHANNELS- the main lines of organizational communication. EXAMPLES- 1). A manager instructs a subordinate on some matter. IT IS OF FOUR TYPES- 1). Downward communication 2). Upward communication 3). Lateral or horizontal communication 4). Diagonal or cross-wise communication