organization chart

noun

1. a diagrammatic representation showing how departments or divisions in an organization, as a large corporation, are related to one another along lines of authority.

organization chart

noun

1. a diagram representing the management structure of a company, showing the responsibilities of each department, the relationships of the departments to each other, and the hierarchy of management

Word History and Origins

Origin of organization chart¹

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

The city’s office employs 12 investigators, according to a 2023 organization chart.

From Seattle Times

From our corner of the galaxy, Cauce’s performance at the top of the organization chart was disappointing, just as her public position in the media rights process was conspicuous by its complete and utter absence.

From Seattle Times

It isn’t enough to tweak organization charts and polish briefing papers.

From Washington Post

She was listed as an administrative assistant/receptionist in an organization chart, but former employees said they were unaware what work she actually performed at the once prominent player in the Hollywood advertising business.

From Los Angeles Times

—Altering the agency’s organization chart to undo some changes made during the Trump administration.

From Seattle Times