The Challenges of Becoming a Less Hierarchical Company

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More and more organizations are looking to create flatter, less hierarchical models to increase collaboration, agility, and employee empowerment. But recent research at a food processing company in Colombia outlines some stumbling blocks companies might face when trying to change their structure.

Specifically, the researchers and company CEO highlight a series of structural and people dynamics leaders should look out for in their own efforts.” in a company-wide email, noting that “flatter is faster.” According to Zuckerberg, “It’s well-understood that every layer of a hierarchy adds latency and risk aversion in information flow and decision-making.”Accelerate your career with Harvard ManageMentor®.

is an Associate Professor in the Management and Organization Department at the University of Southern California’s Marshall School of Business. His research focuses on the forms and functions of social hierarchy within groups.is the CEO of Avinsa, which is transforming the industrial food processing landscape through pioneering sustainability and efficiency. A Ph.D.

 

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