Matrix management

 A fanstory short story contest ( 100 words) 

Matrix  Management 

Author; Philip Chan 

After a 3-day conference trip, my matrix manager phoned, "You are a smart ass but at least you didn't upset me." He then hung up. 

My secretary asked, "What happened?" 

I answered,"As usual, my boss and my matrix manager always fight against each other. This time it is about my 3-day trip." 

"Oh yes. Your boss approved 2 days and your matrix manager approved 1. You said 2 plus 1 equals 3. So I booked you 3 days." 

I smiled and said, "Don't worry. I am not in trouble. This is called matrix management."