Fraunhofer-GesellschaftThe Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft is one of the world’s major international research organizations. An undertaking of this size and significance needs a decentralized organizational structure which nevertheless incorporates line functions that allow it to develop an efficient strategic orientation on the basis of centralized control mechanisms.
Governing and Advisory Bodies
Structure as per the statutes
Although the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft is basically a decentralized organization, its structure also allows for a centrally agreed strategy and effective centralized management. Various constituent bodies and committees are responsible for coordination, consultation and leadership across the organization as a whole.
- The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft is organized as one legal entity; all institutes are therefore legally dependent.
- Legal form: association registered under German law (e. V.)
- Tax status: nonprofit