When I speak with people in large organizations, a fairly common complaint is that it takes too much time to make decisions. A key source of delay is … [Read more...]
Simplifying complex organizations
Finding ways to simplify the organization is a key concern in many large firms. In this series of posts, I discuss how to define complexity and describe some key principles and tools that one can use to design a simpler organization.
How to design an organization to be good at two things – without compromising performance
The pictures show the orchestra that my son of 9 years is a member of. As you see, some seats are empty in … [Read more...]
A matrix is not the only type of multidimensional organization
It is fairly common to claim that all global firms now are “matrix organizations”. When you examine a particular firm more carefully, however, you … [Read more...]
Do you have a scalable organizational model?
The organization of the future will be (...) like a Calder mobile, with a thin wire of control, and with modules hanging down of various shapes and … [Read more...]
Two alternatives to a matrix organization (video)
A few weeks ago, I asked some managers that I know about the topics they would like to read about on this blog. Several responded that they were … [Read more...]