Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

departmentalize

verb
/dɪˈpɑːrtməntaˌlaɪz/
Definition
To organize into departments or categories.
Examples
  • Many companies choose to departmentalize their teams to improve efficiency.
  • When you departmentalize a project, it helps to clarify each person’s role.
  • Departmentalizing the workflow can lead to more streamlined operations.
Meaning
To divide an organization into smaller parts, each with its specific functions or responsibilities.
Synonyms
  • categorize
  • divide
  • segregate