Analysis of Different Types of Companies and Their Structures

This report provides a detailed overview of different types of companies operating in the UK, including micro, small, medium, and large businesses, along with their respective characteristics. It explores various ownership structures such as sole traders, partnerships, limited liability businesses, public limited liability businesses, and cooperatives. The report also delves into organizational structures, specifically hierarchical, functional, and matrix structures, explaining how these structures affect business productivity. Furthermore, it applies PESTLE analysis to examine how political, economic, social, technological, legal, and environmental factors influence the performance of a business, using Morrison's as a case study. The report concludes with a comprehensive analysis of how these elements interact to shape business operations and outcomes.