Description:
Reduce hierarchical layers to create a flatter, more responsive organization that accelerates decision-making and innovation.
Duration: 12-16 weeks
Major Activities:
- Identify decision-making bottlenecks in the current structure
- Redesign reporting lines for flatter management levels
- Establish new leadership roles with broader spans of control
- Communicate changes to employees and train managers
- Implement pilot phase and collect feedback
- Monitor effectiveness and refine the structure as needed
Deliverables:
- New flattened organizational structure blueprint
- Decision-making authority framework
- Change management communication plan
- Leadership training on broader team management
- Post-implementation review and refinements
Project Tips:
✅ DO:
- Align flattening efforts with strategic objectives.
- Ensure employees understand new reporting and accountability structures.
- Provide leadership training for wider team management.
❌ DON’T:
- Remove layers without clear delegation of authority.
- Assume a flat structure suits all departments.
- Ignore employee concerns about career progression.