Why is it important to have a good organisational structure? Businesses require structure to grow and be profitable. Planning the structure of your business ensures there are enough resources to meet the company’s goals and each employee understands the reporting hireachy. This article outlines some key points to consider when conducting your organisational structure review:
Job Descriptions and Optimising Employees Regardless of the kind of structure an organisation uses, it’s critical to clearly identify job descriptions so that employees are aware of what is expected of them. In addition, the structure may identify weak spots or deficiencies in the company’s current management team.
Communication Good structure allows for better communication. Since the flow of information is essential to an organisation’s success, the structure should be designed with clear lines of communication in mind.
Clear Reporting Relationships Employees need a clear understanding of who they are accountable to. Otherwise, responsibility for a task may fall through the cracks, we’ve all seen that before. Each employee benefits by knowing whom they can turn to for direction or help.
Establishing and Attaining Objectives The design of an organisation structure should be in line with achieving company goals. The business should be structured to enable the employees to help the company reach its targets most effectively.
Growth and Expansion Companies that grow rapidly are those that typically make the best use of their resources. A sound organisation structure ensures that the company has the right people in the right positions. A well-designed organisation structure facilitates the completion of all projects. Completing projects successfully leads to business growth.
Remaining Stable Yet Flexible to Promote Growth An organisation’s structure needs to provide a stable work environment for employees. If a company undertakes several organisational changes in a short period of time, employees may feel nervous about their position in the company and may be distracted from their day-to-day tasks, leading to a loss of productivity. However, it’s essential that an organisation is flexible to adapt to changes that are out of its control. For example, key individuals within the company can leave, and economic or environmental factors can affect the profitability of the business. A well structured business will be nimble and shift organisationally to accommodate these challenges. If you would like assistance with the structure of your business please contact Chris or your Operations Manager directly to discuss. Chris Rehm Operations Manager AU
A A P I N D U S T R I E S . C O M . A U
ENGINEERING PLUMBING IRRIGATION FIRE PROTECTION MINING OIL & GAS
April 2021 | THINK TANK
15
