1. the process of concentrating power, authority, or control in a central location or organization
2. the act of bringing something to or organizing it around a central point or system

Examples

• The centralization of government power led to more uniform policies across the country.
• Many companies are moving toward centralization of their IT departments.
• The centralization of data storage makes it easier to manage and secure information.
• Some argue that centralization of authority reduces local autonomy.
• The school district's centralization of budget decisions affected individual schools' spending.
• Centralization of manufacturing in one facility improved efficiency but reduced flexibility.