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...]
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.
Selecting organizational models that people can actually implement
What you see above is an incubator made from car parts. The concept was developed by Design the Matters, a non-profit organization in … [Read more...]
How to simplify a complex organization (slides)
About a year ago, I created a presentation about how leaders can simplify the structure of their organization. This presentation has been viewed more … [Read more...]
How many pages do you need to explain your organizational model?
I am not thinking about how many pages or slides you need to show the “boxology” – that is, who reports to whom – which usually requires only one … [Read more...]
Why a reorganization is like bringing planes down at night
Most of the clients I work with are concerned about finding the best possible organizational model, given the particular strategic goals they pursue … [Read more...]