Organisation design & structures · Core

Organisation structure

Also called: organizational structure, org structure

ELI5

The formal pattern of reporting lines, teams and authority.

Used in conversation

“Attach the latest organisation structure to the decision pack before the meeting.”

Pitch context

You will see “Organisation structure” in organisation plans, workforce reviews, change programmes and people reports when the discussion reaches organisation design & structures.

Why it matters: In organisation design & structures, the definition can change who is affected, accountable, protected or entitled to act.

Caution

Employment law and workplace practice vary by jurisdiction and agreement.

Sources & evidence · 2

Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.