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Business growth often comes hand-in-hand with more data complexity, which in turn requires investments in new ways to understand and analyze that information. As needs arise and gaps are identified, new remits and roles are created, and the organization spreads exponentially. It can be challenging to get a true visual representation of the state of […]

Whether you are far from achieving your business goals – or it’s time for a new level of success – you need a high-performing team to achieve your goals now and into the future.  In this article, we’ll talk about how to build high-performing teams for your own organization. As you will see, an all-star […]

An organization’s greatest asset is its employees. Understanding employees’ experiences and identifying opportunities for improvement is critical. Employee journey mapping is one way to better grasp staff needs, expectations, and pain points. It is a simple way to improve organizational operations and enhance the employee experience from recruitment to offboarding.   What is the Employee Journey? […]

OrgChart is excited to launch its inaugural State of Human Resources survey, and we’re eager to hear about your biggest challenges and priorities in 2024. From navigating AI in the workplace – to planning in a transitional time and fostering employee initiatives – the HR landscape is constantly changing. Your insights will help us to understand the […]

Organizations face many new, unique challenges in the current competitive business landscape. Managing a perfect balance of optimal productivity while avoiding burnout and turnover is critical for organizational success. Workforce optimization is necessary for modern human resource (HR) management.   Workforce optimization is a data-driven, systematic process of aligning an organization’s workforce with its goals and […]

Human Resources analytics software plays a pivotal role in modern Human Resources (HR) management. By leveraging data and analytics, this technology provides valuable insights into various aspects of HR and enables informed decision-making and strategic planning.  However, not all HR data analytics tools are made the same. Below we walk you through key features and […]

In the fast-paced corporate world, having a clear picture of the dynamics of executive leadership is imperative for organizational success. When data-driven decision-making and strategic planning are critical, the significance of C-suite organizational charts cannot be overstated. These visual representations of the leadership and organization’s structure serve as roadmaps, guiding the complex hierarchical landscape of […]

It’s safe to say that HR has undergone a profound transformation over the past few years. Once a primarily administrative function, HR has evolved into a strategic cornerstone for organizational success.  One of the driving forces behind this change of the HR role is the adoption of people analytics, a powerful approach that’s reshaping how […]

Imagine your workplace as a bustling city. The smoother the traffic flows and the clearer the road signs, the more efficiently it functions. Similarly, a well-organized workspace, from the smallest startup to the largest multinational corporation, is crucial for achieving optimal productivity and fostering a harmonious work environment. At the heart of this organizational harmony […]

In the intricate world of business, understanding the complex web of corporate structure is crucial for success. It’s a bit like trying to solve a puzzle with countless pieces, each one representing a department, role, or relationship within your organization. That’s where the power of corporate org charts comes into play: they offer clarity and […]

In the ever-evolving business landscape, effective HR management is a cornerstone of success. And the key to a well-functioning HR department lies in its ability to streamline processes, optimize communication, and enhance organizational efficiencies. But oftentimes, HR personnel are bogged down with manual, time-consuming tasks instead of focusing on enhancing the employee experience. That’s why […]

Discover how to create a CEO succession plan with best practices and digital tools like OrgChart. Streamline your leadership transition process and prepare for the future.

Understanding the Role of Organizational Charts in Effective Management Organizational charts (org charts) foster operational discipline as companies grow to ensure customer-centric efficiency and accountability. Org charts unveil a company’s structure, indicating names and titles within designated boxes interconnected by lines to represent the functional structure of a workplace. They serve as a roadmap to align […]

In HR, workforce planning is vital to company growth and success. It allows organizations to understand their current structure, predict future needs, and create dynamic strategies. Companies are constantly investing in collecting and managing workforce data. Leveraging this data can lead to more informed business decisions and successful workforce planning. How OrgChart Solutions Enhance Workforce Planning Org […]

Harness the Power of Automation for Your Organizational Charts In the era of accelerating digital transformation, many companies still rely on time-consuming, manual methods for creating their org charts. Whether it’s a small startup with 50 employees or a global enterprise with over 5,000, assembling, maintaining, and updating these charts can be laborious and inefficient. OrgChart […]

Creating an org chart that reflects your nonprofit’s unique needs and goals is crucial to its success. A well-structured organizational chart is essential for nonprofit organizations to maximize efficiency, streamline decision-making processes, and foster a culture of collaboration. So, how should a nonprofit org develop their org chart? To achieve your objectives, you must establish an organizational […]

Editor’s Note: This article is part of a series by OrgChart, focused on how human resources professionals and leaders leverage artificial intelligence. View the full series here. Your Human Resources Team Needs Artificial Intelligence AI is undeniably transforming the business landscape, but has it touched yours? Companies adopting AI see significant improvements in operations, talent management, and […]

The type of organizational structure you implement can make or break your company culture. By understanding how organizational structure influences organizational culture, companies make more informed decisions that create a positive and productive workplace. Organizational structure is the arrangement of employee roles, functions, and activities required to achieve company goals. In practice, it defines the relationships […]

What do the city of Rome and your company’s ideal org chart have in common? Neither can be built in a day. Through a combination of strategy, engineering, and military conquests, Rome’s construction took years and involved the efforts of many people. As the city grew, its engineers developed advanced construction techniques, such as the use […]

In a post published during the pandemic,[1] global consulting firm McKinsey & Company revealed that while 70 percent of executives cited “people analytics” as a top priority, [2] very few organizations were actually doing more than basic reporting. The root cause was a “crowded and fragmented landscape of HR technology” that prevented global leaders from […]

Taking a strategic approach to workforce planning helps organizations achieve ambitious business goals, maximize workforce potential, and stay competitive in a rapidly changing environment. Amidst so much uncertainty, how can organizations efficiently and effectively find and hire the right people, with the right skills, for the right roles, at the right time? Today, you’d be […]

In the new world of work, HR professionals face fresh challenges to bridging the gap between their relational and technical skill sets. In building and maintaining employee relationships, they must now quickly embrace new technology to maintain their momentum in terms of organizational effectiveness, lest they be left behind for lacking the technical capacity and […]

The next question might be, how do you and your colleagues navigate this visual representation of the workforce to find the answers they need? While the Standard Search feature in OrgChart allows you to search by name or title, you can create a fully customized searching experience with Advanced Search. Members of your team with […]

Our partner UKG recently highlighted the importance of ESG Metrics (environmental, social and governance metrics) in their 2022 HR Megatrends report. “Organizations will eventually be held accountable and required to perform mandatory, audited, and transparent reporting on ESG” concluded the report, predicting a reckoning that goes beyond feel good marketing campaigns. The public now demands […]

Driving Factors Behind the Push to a Hybrid Workplace Ever since many offices were vacated in their entirety all around the world in early 2020, management and HR departments have been reimagining what a return to the workplace might look like. Both employers and employees learned many things by the forced remote working situation that many […]

While many managers were thrust into the world of virtual teams for the first time during the pandemic, leaders of global teams were already familiar with the many challenges of social distance. In this globalized workforce of multinational corporations, the world’s most prominent companies often pull talent together from across the globe from similar functional […]

While the world sees incremental shifts toward more fair and welcoming workplaces, shortcomings in gender pay equity pervade in the global workforce. The global pay equity gap is closing so slowly the United Nations estimates it will take 257 years to close it — that is, if progress steadily continues at its glacial pace. Women […]

According to a comprehensive survey by Deloitte in 2020, most organizations witnessed an increased focus by their leaders on understanding the state of the workplace. The study revealed “53 percent of participants reported an increased interest by their leaders in the state of the workplace.” Despite this growing interest, only 11 percent of organizations were […]

Succession planning ensures companies recruit and develop employees are recruited and developed to fill key roles efficiently and effectively. Succession planning is not just about establishing paths for promotion — it’s about matching the right person for every job in a company. For example, if a key position in the organization has a high probability […]

In regulated industries—such and banks, pharmaceutical and educational organizations—there is often a need to produce a chart for a specific point in time. For example, a response to a legal or audit request might require an org chart to be produced for how the organization was structured on a particular date in history. Use Case: […]

Org Charts as a strategic tool Traditionally, org charts are used to provide an easy visual representation of a company’s organizational plan. Typically the information is limited to name, title and department. These charts are sometimes maintained in simple drawing software such as PowerPoint and Visio. As charts become bigger and more complex, just formatting these […]

Moving to a specialized org chart solution shows an immediate return on investment The need for clear, up-to-date visualizations of the workplace are a constant of the modern organization. Organizational charts, in one form or another, have been used since the 19th century to show the reporting structure of companies around the globe. They are used […]

Mastering the process of shaping your present and future workforce is crucial for any Human Resources department. Being proactive rather than reactive to inevitable changes, such as retirements and employee turnover, is key. With a four-step strategy and OrgChart software, you can visualize your current workforce and establish a strong foundation for future personnel needs. Step […]

Understanding Employee Turnover Ratio A recent analysis of 32 million LinkedIn profiles revealed a startling statistic: There’s only a 76 percent chance of an employee still being at a company 12 months after starting, a 59 percent likelihood after two years, and a 48 percent chance after three years. This alarming turnover rate makes employee retention […]

Co-leadership is a term growing in prominence as a management solution. Simply defined, co-leadership is the concept of having two leaders equally positioned and sharing the responsibilities of leadership. A research paper from Regent University concluded that while “shared leadership has its challenges and can be difficult to implement, overall the benefits of shared leadership […]

The great power of modern organizational chart software is being able to make sense of the trove of HR data you already have. By importing the data into a centralized chart, data becomes visually organized, leading to more informed, data-driven business decisions. Currently, if your data is scattered across a variety of sources, this may […]

Origin of the Organization Chart as a Tool of Business Management Joe Kolinger, Founder and CTO of OfficeWork Software, explores how through necessity the first organizational charts came to be and how they shaped business management today. Organizational charts today have a mixed reputation. While companies need them they are typically difficult to create and maintain. […]

Understanding the 9-Box Grid in HR Planning The 9-box grid is a strategic tool that provides a visual display of employee performance and potential. This matrix is often used in succession planning, talent management, and employee development strategies. The 9-box grid is a versatile tool in HR toolboxes that aids in identifying high performing and high […]

With job wages rising in the order of 3 percent in the U.S. in 2018, compensation is a variable the HR professional must be attentive to retain the best talent. Compensation is the major cost item for most companies and demands careful consideration, especially in today’s competitive job seeker market. Getting the salary offering right […]