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flat organizational structure

[/flæt ˌɔːrɡənəˈzeɪʃənəl ˈstrʌktʃər/]
nounpl: flat organizational structures
estrutura organizacional plana
1. An organizational design with few or no levels of middle management between staff and executives, promoting direct communication and faster decision-making
The startup adopted a flat organizational structure to encourage innovation and reduce bureaucracy.
A startup adotou uma estrutura organizacional plana para estimular a inovação e reduzir a burocracia.
2. A management approach where hierarchy is minimized and employees have more autonomy and responsibility
With a flat organizational structure, team members can make decisions without extensive approval processes.
Com uma estrutura organizacional plana, os membros da equipe podem tomar decisões sem processos de aprovação extensos.
Synonyms
horizontal organizationdecentralized organizationnon-hierarchical structurelean organizational structure
Antonyms
hierarchical organizationpyramid structurebureaucratic structurevertical organization

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estrutura organizacional plana
Standard term used in business and management contexts across Brazil
São Paulo
estrutura plana
Shortened version commonly used in corporate environments
Portugal
estrutura organizacional achatada
Alternative term sometimes used, though 'plana' is also acceptable

Related Idioms & Phrases

cutting through red tape
breaking down silos
empowering employees
democratizing decision-making
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