Organization chart

Definition

An organization chart is a visual representation that outlines the internal structure of a company or an entity, showing the roles, responsibilities, and relationships between different positions. It serves as a roadmap for how the entity is organized, indicating lines of authority and communication.

Related terms

Hierarchy: A system in which members of an organization are ranked according to levels of importance.

Departmentalization: The process of dividing an organization into different departments, which perform tasks according to the departments' specializations.

Chain of Command: The official line of authority and communication from the top management to every employee at every level of the organization