What Is an Org Chart?
Learn what an org chart is, why teams use it, and when each structure type fits best.
Read guideBasics
Understand what org charts are, common structures, and when to use each type. Step-by-step guides for building org charts using different tools and workflows.
Guides in this category
Types of Org Charts
Understand hierarchical, functional, matrix, and flat org chart models.
Read guideStartup Org Chart Structure
Practical startup hierarchy patterns, reporting depth choices, and team-size-based structure decisions.
Read guideStartup Org Chart Roles
Startup role ownership, reporting lines, and stage-based role evolution from pre-seed to Series A.
Read guideMarketing Team Org Chart Structure
Design practical marketing hierarchy by team size, from generalist setups to specialist-led functions.
Read guideHR Org Chart Structure
Practical HR structure models by hiring load, service ownership, and team size from solo HR to full departments.
Read guideMarketing Team Org Chart Roles
Role ownership and reporting lines for modern marketing teams, from Head of Marketing to channel specialists.
Read guideHR Org Chart Roles
Role ownership and reporting lines for HR Manager, Recruiter, People Ops, HRBP, and Payroll/Admin.
Read guideSmall Business Org Chart Structure
Design practical small business hierarchy by team size, ownership flow, and reporting clarity.
Read guideSmall Business Org Chart Roles
Define key small business roles, clear reporting lines, and role evolution as teams grow.
Read guideRecommended reading path
Follow this path to move from learning to execution.
Related templates
Org Chart Template
This is the most flexible starting point when you need a clean hierarchy that can be adapted to almost any company shape.
Use templateCompany Org Chart Template
This template is optimized for company-wide communication where executives, core functions, and direct reports must be visible at a glance.
Use templateStart building your org chart
Open the generator to apply what you learned and export a clean, presentation-ready org chart.