Organisational Design
How an organisation is structured shapes what it can do. These resources explore approaches to designing organisations that are fit for their purpose - from governance to operating models.
Tools
Models for designing organisational structures and operating models that support what the organisation needs to achieve.
The POLISM Canvas is an operating model tool that maps how an organisation actually functions across seven areas - from its value proposition to its management systems. It helps leaders visualise and redesign how work gets done.
The Galbraith Star Model is an organisational design framework that maps five interconnected elements - strategy, structure, processes, rewards, and people. It helps leaders see how these elements need to align for the organisation to work well.
Articles
Thinking on adaptive design, governance, and how to create structures that enable rather than constrain.
How to design governance that enables innovation rather than constraining it. This article explores the balance between oversight and freedom, and how the right governance structures can become a genuine advantage.
Most organisational structures were designed for a different era - one where stability was the goal and change was the exception. This article explores what it means to design structures that can adapt when conditions change, and why getting this right matters more than getting the perfect org chart.
Case Studies
An example of organisational design work, helping a charity redesign its structure to better deliver on its mission.
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