staff (noun, staff, /stæf/) function (noun, func-tion, /ˈfʌŋkʃən/)
Definition: is an assessment of support, advisory, and analysis functions that are provided to the line function in order to achieve the business’s goals. While line function involves daily operations that are strictly directed towards the purpose of the company (like selling, purchasing, manufacturing, etc.), staff functions are employed in order to support the line employees without directly affecting the profits or the customers. Staff functions oftentimes include such activities as planning, organizing human recourses, accounting, and providing transportation. The main benefit of a staff function is the advisory and the level of support it provides for the line function, thus helping the company achieve its business goals.
In a Sentence:
- The main downside to any staff function is the fact that the decision-making process oftentimes becomes slower and a bit more challenging.
- Line and staff conflict oftentimes happen because of the diversity of potions that are involved in a line-and-staff working group.
- Stuff functions are crucial if your line employees require a detailed analysis and a thorough planning to improve their performance.
Synonyms and related words: line function, production employees, staff support, line and staff organization, line and staff conflict
