1.

Definition

This is a type of business structure that organizes a company into different departments
based on areas of expertise. These departments serve as functional units and are overseen
by functional managers or department heads under the control of a functional manager or
department head - the person in charge of overseeing them.

2. Purpose
A functional structure's goal is to bring together all of the informational and human
resources needed for a single activity in one location. The functional organizational
structure aids businesses in operating efficiently and profitably.