Description:
Streamline the organization’s structure by reducing unnecessary layers, optimizing spans of control, and improving operational efficiency.
Duration: 10-14 weeks
Major Activities:
- Conduct organizational structure audit to identify inefficiencies
- Analyze workload distribution and team effectiveness
- Eliminate redundant roles or merge overlapping functions
- Redefine reporting lines and optimize managerial spans of control
- Implement a leaner structure with clear accountability
- Monitor impact and adjust as needed
Deliverables:
- Optimized organizational structure chart
- Role realignment and efficiency report
- Updated reporting lines and job descriptions
- Change management and communication plan
- Performance tracking framework
Project Tips:
✅ DO:
- Focus on reducing bureaucracy while maintaining effectiveness.
- Align structure changes with long-term business goals.
- Engage employees in the restructuring process to ensure buy-in.
❌ DON’T:
- Cut positions without considering workload redistribution.
- Overload managers by reducing layers without proper support.
- Ignore communication and change management efforts.