Organisational Design
Organisational design is the process of structuring a company or organisation to achieve its goals effectively. It involves defining roles, responsibilities, levels of competence and the relationships between different parts of the organisation to ensure smooth operations and alignment with strategic objectives.
In simple terms, it’s like creating a blueprint for how the company should work, ensuring that everyone knows their role and how they fit into the bigger picture.
Our Expertise
At Albany HR we can support you in effective organisational design which is essential for a company to function efficiently and adapt to changing environments. It involves analysing the current structure, identifying inefficiencies or gaps, and redesigning the organisation to better meet its goals. This process can involve restructuring teams, redefining roles, and optimising workflows to ensure that the organisation is set up for success. The aim is to create a structure that supports the company’s strategy, enables innovation, and enhances employee performance.
Albany HR can support you by designing procedures that guide the organisational design process. This includes establishing clear guidelines for structuring teams, defining roles, and setting up reporting lines. By creating a framework, Albany HR ensures that the design process is systematic and aligned with the company’s goals.
How We Help
Providing Tools and Resources
Supporting the Organisational Design Process
Providing Ongoing Support and Evaluation
Our Services
HR Packages
When you choose a HR package, our HR Consultants become your trusted partner delivering ongoing support. Our first step is to conduct an HR audit. We then work with you to create a future-thinking people plan. Your policies and procedures are fine-tuned, and we work collaboratively and proactively on your people plan throughout the year.
HR Project Support
Sometimes you reach a change point, or your existing HR structures are at their limits, and you would like targeted support where and when you need it. We help you deal with complex, and often time-consuming, people challenges, allowing you to focus on what your business needs to grow and what you need for peace of mind.
HR Document Support
Your policies, employment contracts, and employee handbook are essential to help your employees understand who you are and set the right expectations. Whether you’re a start-up, a growing business, or your documents need a refresh, we supply easy-to-understand documents that engage your employees, reflect your values and ensure you’re legally compliant.
“We have found the team at Albany HR to be friendly, professional, and always a great support for us. We have reached out for support with several tricky HR issues and their HR Consultants always guide us through the problem from start to finish, offering practical, empathetic but commercial solutions”
FAQs
How can organisations ensure that their design aligns with strategic goals and business objectives? 
Organisations can align their design with strategic goals by first conducting a thorough assessment of their business objectives, analysing the capability required to deliver on the objectives and ensuring that their structure supports these aims. This involves creating clear job roles and reporting lines, adjusting target operating models and spans of control, and implementing workforce planning process to ensure the structure evolves with the business strategy and client demands.
How can an organisation’s design support effective communication and collaboration across departments?
Organisations can facilitate better communication and collaboration by adopting flatter structures, implementing cross-functional teams, and using digital collaboration tools. Encouraging regular interdepartmental meetings and setting up clear communication channels also help streamline the flow of information and avoid silos which impact on innovation and productivity.
How can companies involve employees in the process of redesigning the organisation to ensure buy-in and smooth transition?
Companies can involve employees by seeking their input through consultation in the form of surveys, focus groups, and workshops during the redesign process. Transparent communication and addressing employee concerns help foster buy-in and ensure a smoother transition. Employee Voice is a key driver of employee engagement whether through Employee Forums or in partnership with trade unions as part of a recognition agreement.
How can an organisation measure the effectiveness of its current design and identify areas for improvement?
Organisations can measure the effectiveness of their design by analysing key performance indicators (KPIs) such as productivity, employee satisfaction, and operational efficiency. Regular feedback from staff and performance reviews also helps pinpoint areas that need improvement.
