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lean organizational structure

[/liːn ˌɔːrɡənɪˈzeɪʃənəl ˈstrʌktʃər/]
nounpl: lean organizational structures
estrutura organizacional enxuta
1. An organizational design that minimizes hierarchical levels and bureaucratic processes to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and accelerate decision-making
The company adopted a lean organizational structure to eliminate redundant middle management positions.
A empresa adotou uma estrutura organizacional enxuta para eliminar posições redundantes de gerência intermediária.
2. A flatter hierarchy focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement principles derived from lean manufacturing
With their lean organizational structure, the startup was able to respond quickly to market changes.
Com sua estrutura organizacional enxuta, a startup conseguiu responder rapidamente às mudanças do mercado.
Synonyms
flat organizational structurestreamlined organizational structureagile organizational structurehorizontal organization
Antonyms
hierarchical organizational structurebureaucratic organizational structurerigid organizational structurelayered organizational structure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estrutura organizacional enxuta
Most common usage in Brazilian business contexts
São Paulo
estrutura organizacional enxuta
Standard term used in corporate and business environments
Portugal
estrutura organizacional magra
Alternative term; 'enxuta' also used but 'magra' reflects European Portuguese preference

Related Idioms & Phrases

cut the fat
streamline operations
flatten the hierarchy
reduce red tape
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