organogram

noun

UK /ɔːˈɡænəɡræm/

US /ɔːrˈɡænəɡræm/

A chart that shows who works where in a company and who is in charge of whom.

The manager drew an organogram so everyone could see the new team structure.

SYNONYMS

org chart organization chart hierarchy chart structure chart

RELATED WORDS

flowchart hierarchy department reporting line management

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A diagram that shows how the parts of any organized system fit together.

The volunteer group posted an organogram of its committees on the wall.

3. A visual map of job titles and reporting relationships used in planning.

During the merger, the planners studied the organogram to avoid duplicate roles.

4. A chart showing the levels of authority from top leaders down to staff.

The organogram made it clear that the director sat at the very top.