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Organization is a mechanism or structure that enables things to work effectively together. The basic elements of organization are division of labour, a source of authority, and relationships. This is true for all forms of living organizations.

— Louis A. Allen

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Organization is a mechanism or structure that enables living things to work effectively together. The evolution of life and of human society demonstrates the need for organization.

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