organizational structure

Is your organization experiencing frequent miscommunication?  Have you noticed work delays or reduced productivity and not sure why? It could be your organizational structure. 

Most organizations have a ‘set it and forget it’ mentality. But this really doesn’t work when it comes to organizational efficiency.  What worked in the past (when the company had fewer employees, less product lines, or smaller sales volumes), will not continue to work as the company grows.  Organizational structures should be re-evaluated at all stages of the organizational lifecycle for maximum effectiveness.

When a company is exhibiting symptoms (like those mentioned above) it’s time for an organizational diagnosis.  This method examines the way decisions are made , communication patterns, and relationships for the organization, its groups and individuals within it. Organizational diagnosis identifies problem areas, gives a snapshot of the current state, and assists with developing a more realistic and more functional design for the organization.

A fatigued organizational structure can put you in a competitive disadvantage due to unnecessary complexity, high conflict, stress and anxiety, inefficient or lagging outputs, and high and unwanted turnover. Create a working environment that excites your employees and keeps them performing at their best - consider refreshing your organizational structure.