Visualize the people, teams, and departments in your company’s organizational structure
Use this template to map out the hierarchy and relationships within your organization, allowing you to better understand the roles and responsibilities of each individual and department.
The organizational chart template helps you:
Visualize the hierarchical structure of your organization
Define roles and responsibilities for each individual
Identify reporting relationships and lines of communication
By using the org chart template, you can:
Gain clarity on the reporting structure and accountability within your organization
Identify gaps or overlaps in roles and responsibilities
Improve communication and collaboration between teams and departments
How to use the org chart template
To use the org chart template with your team, follow the steps outlined below.
Step 1
Start by adding the top-level positions or departments in your organization.
Step 2
Add the reporting relationships and lines of communication between each position or department.
Step 3
Customize the chart by adding job titles and names for each individual.
Step 4
Use color-coding or icons to represent different teams or departments within the organization.
Tips for running an org chart template exercise:
Encourage open and transparent communication when discussing roles and responsibilities.
Use Mural's collaboration features, such as real-time editing and commenting, to facilitate discussions and gather input from team members.
Consider the specific outcome you want to achieve with the organizational chart, such as improving efficiency or identifying potential areas for growth.
Mural makes it easy to build flexible organizational charts that evolve with your business
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Structure your mural for easy navigation, then add activity instructions for collaborators.
Create & publish custom templates
Save time and scale methods across your organization by publishing templates to your workspace.
Find & filter
Search and filter by color, last edited by, and more to unlock patterns and enhance visual collaboration.
Easy sharing
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