Oct 21, 2020 | Organizational Design
Several companies have already announced that they’ll be shifting to a hybrid or completely remote working model after the coronavirus pandemic has passed, including Adobe, Capital One, Facebook, and PayPal. In fact, according to Gartner, a whopping 74% of company...
Oct 16, 2020 | Organizational Design
Effective organizational design has never been more important than it is now. As we face an uncertain future, with many organizations considering the possibility of long-term or permanent remote working, it’s time to don a critical eye and take a look at the structure...
Jun 25, 2020 | Organizational Design
In an organization, the “chain of command” refers to the reporting hierarchy and relationships, from bottom to top. Not only does a clear and unambiguous chain of command establish accountability, but it also fosters productivity, creates lines of authority, and...
Jun 17, 2020 | Organizational Design
Top-Down vs Bottom-Up Org Structures There’s a common theme amongst modern organizations: They tend to place their most important employees at the bottom of their structures and org charts. The people who keep the cogs turning—the shelf stackers, the customer service...
Apr 22, 2020 | Organizational Design
Companies are dynamic—they are constantly changing. They start off as an idea that is developed and launched, and some do not progress further. However, the majority will, with business owners spending years building upon their initial idea, diversifying their...
Nov 28, 2019 | Org Charts, Organizational Design
Using Org Charts to Plan for a Restructure Restructuring an organization isn’t the simplest thing in the world, however, proper planning and preparation can make a huge difference and streamline the process. Still, it is not something to be taken lightly; business...
