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...
Aug 13, 2019 | Organizational Design
Starting a new business is an exciting time. It can also be a very stressful time. There are a lot of things that you need to decide in the early days of your business to set you up for success down the road. Chief among these decisions is the type of legal structure...
Jul 18, 2019 | Org Charts, Organizational Design
A new project is always a big undertaking. There are so many moving parts in your average project. Employees being hired on or leaving for new positions. Project scope changing as things start moving. Delays in production or development. Operational inefficiencies...
