Structure

The purpose of an organisation’s structure is to provide the framework for people to achieve it’s goals and objectives.  To build an effective structure requires a real-time understanding of what work has to be done and having a method for organising that work.

Our methodology is based on the principles* of grouping tasks according to their complexity, timespan, and functionality. Depending on the size of the organisation this may mean having different levels of work (complexity and timespan) from the business owner role to those who actually perform the operating work that creates the products or services. Roles are also created according to the "operational spine" or functions of a business, that is, the development of the product or service, marketing and selling it, producing it including raw materials and components, and delivery to the customer.

The roles constructed from this work will have specific accountabilities and articulated relationships. It is critical for organisational success that the roles are clear, connected and coherent. By doing this you establish the conditions for people to contribute, be creative and succeed at their work.

 

* Elliott Jaques, Requisite Organisation