Why benchmarks are broken, and what modern CHROs should use instead

Workforce planning Why HR benchmarks are broken, and what modern CHROs should use instead Why top HR leaders are ditching generic benchmarks and adopting organizational principles and spotlighting to transform org design and workforce planning Benchmarks are everywhere, but they’re not working If you’re a CHRO, you’ve probably been pitched some version of this line: […]

The art of organizational design

8 Common Org Design Mistakes

In the dynamic world of business, an organization’s design serves as its backbone — providing structure, clarifying roles, and facilitating efficient operations. However, crafting the ideal design is more than just drawing lines of authority on paper; it’s about aligning a company’s structure with its core values, goals, and culture. As leaders navigate this intricate […]

Calculating and Optimizing Span of Control

Calculating and Optimizing Span of Control

Organizational Structure Calculating and Optimizing Span of Control Ideal span of control ratio boosts operational efficiency and decision making. Tracking and calculating span of control ratios is key for org effectiveness ‘Span of control’ ratios are a key metric to measure the managerial complexity and efficiency of an organization. This blog post delves into the […]

Infinite Delegation Dilemmas

Excessive Management Layers: Unraveling Its Problems and Exploring Solutions

Workforce Planning Excessive Management Layers: Unraveling Its Problems and Exploring Solutions Excessive management can cause a lot of issues for an organization. To improve productivity, leaders should delayer the organization, centralize decision-making, and ensure accountability. Excessive management is a concept that has been widely discussed in the corporate world. The idea behind excessive management is that […]