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    Influence of Organizational Structure on Performance of Insurance Brokerage Firms in Kenya
    (International Research Journal Business and Strategic Management, 2025-07) Kihara, James Mwangi; Mbithi, Mary; Mbebe, James
    Organizational structure plays a critical role in shaping the performance and operational efficiency of insurance firms. This study examines the influence of organizational structure on the performance of insurance brokerage firms in Kenya, addressing a contextual research gap in the local insurance sector. Despite the sector’s significant contribution to the country’s GDP and its dominance in East Africa, Kenyan insurance firms continue to face challenges related to rigid and centralized structures, limiting their responsiveness to dynamic market needs. The study adopted a correlational research design targeting 170 registered insurance brokerage firms in Nairobi County. Using the Taro Yamane formula, a sample size of 119 respondents was selected through simple random sampling. Data was collected using structured questionnaires and analyzed using SPSS through descriptive and inferential statistics, with a regression model applied at a 0.05 significance level. Findings revealed a strong positive correlation (R = 0.715) between organizational structure and firm performance. The R Square of 0.512 indicated that organizational structure accounted for 51.2% of the variance in performance. The ANOVA results (F = 104.879, p = 0.000) confirmed the statistical significance of the regression model. The study concluded that organizational structure positively and significantly influences the performance of insurance brokerage firms in Nairobi County, leading to a rejection of the null hypothesis. The study recommends that brokerage firms adopt more flexible and responsive organizational structures that can adjust to market dynamics. Firms should also conduct regular strategic reviews and promote cross-functional teams to enhance internal coordination and overall performance within the competitive insurance market.
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    Influence of Organizational Structure on the Performance of Pharmaceutical ManufacturingCompanies in Nairobi County
    (INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN SOCIAL SCIENCE (IJRISS), 2024-07) Mutunga, Agnes Wanjiru; Munga, Jane; Mbebe, James
    An effective organizational structure can greatly enhance operational efficiency, decision-making, and overall performance, allowing companies to stay competitive in the market. Despite the importance of organizational structure in improving company performance, many companies are yet to fully leverage its potential. This paper sought to examine the influence of organizational structure on the performance of pharmaceutical manufacturing companies in Nairobi County. The study applied a descriptive research design. The study gathered data through questionnaires which were administered both physically and online. Data collected was analyzed through both descriptive and inferential analysis. Results revealed a β of 0.351 and a p-value of 0.001, between organizational structure and the performance of pharmaceutical manufacturing companies. The study concluded that organizational structure had a positive and significant influence on the performance of pharmaceutical manufacturing companies in Nairobi County. The study recommends that pharmaceutical manufacturing companies should strengthen their organizational structure by ensuring that authority levels and reporting relationships are clearly defined. The study also recommends that pharmaceutical manufacturing companies in Nairobi County should encourage autonomy and empowerment across all management levels. Lastly, the study recommends that pharmaceutical manufacturing companies in Nairobi County should foster a flexible decision-making process that allows for timely adjustments.
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    Influence of Organizational Structure on the Performance of Financial Services Associations in Makueni and Kitui Counties of Kenya.
    (INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN SOCIAL SCIENCE (IJRISS), 2023-08) Kioko, Jacinta Mwende; Mbithi, Mary; Muem, Wilson
    On the surface, the concept of strategy implementation may sound relatively simple, whereby a strategy is developed and put into practice. However, putting strategies into practice is far more challenging and complicated. The present study sought to determine the influence of organizational structure on the performance of FSA in Kitui and Makueni counties. The study adopted a cross-sectional survey research design, the sample for the study was 280 obtained through a stratified random sampling technique from a population of 938 possible participants. The study applied a questionnaire to gather data for the study using both physical and electronic procedures. Data was analyzed through descriptive and inferential analysis, where a simple binary logistic regression analysis was applied to test a null hypothesis. The study revealed a ? of 0.973, a Wald statistic of 21.285, df= 1, and an Exp(B) = 4.812 which was associated with a p-value of 0.001. Firms that adopted flat structures instead of tall structures increased the odds of high performance by a factor of 4.812. The study concluded that organizational structure had a positive and significant influence on the performance of the FSA in Kitui and Makueni counties. The study also recommends for adoption of a flat organizational structure to promote a structure that is a flexible and responsive organizational structure to enhance performance.
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    Influence of Organizational Structure on Performance of Selected Small and Micro Enterprises in Machakos County, Kenya
    (International Journal Of Advanced Research in Engineering& Management (IJAREM), 2022) Kinya, Fidelis.; Murithi, Simon.; Gichunge, Evangeline
    Small and micro enterprises are considered to be very important in the growth of many countries’ economies, especially the developing countries. In Kenya, the small and micro enterprises contribute highly in the growth of the economy through job creation, cherishing innovation and inequality reduction. Despite the various interventions made to grow these enterprises they have continued to perform poorly, struggle to survive and majority of them become bankrupt in their early years. This study sought to determine the influence of organizationalstructure on performance of selected small and micro enterprises in Machakos County. The study was anchored on resource-based view theory. The study adopted a descriptive research design. A sample size of 95 business owners from the target population of 2113 SMEs in Machakos County was considered. Stratification was used when selecting the respondents for the study. The researcher collected primary data by use of self-administered questionnaire. From the regressed results it was concluded that the relationship betweenorganization structure and performance of small and micro enterprises is negatively insignificant.The study therefore, made recommendation that; for an organization to thrive and enjoy improved performance, it has to formulate very articulate organizational structure which will be in line with the organizational goals and objectives so as to ensure organizational performance