Why High-Performing Firms Revisit Their Org Chart Every 6 Months

Org charts look great on paper. But in reality?

• Roles shift.

• Projects creep.

• “Temporary” stopgaps become permanent.

• People outgrow their titles — or never grow into them.

That’s why smart firms revisit their org chart every 6 months.

What Happens When You Don’t

• Decision fatigue for owners

• Accountability confusion

• Projects falling through the cracks

• Misalignment between structure and strategy

• Frustrated high-performers who feel stuck

Why Roles Drift

Because firms evolve quickly — but the chart doesn’t. If you hired fast or grew quickly, your team probably adapted on the fly. Now it’s time to bring clarity back.

What to Look For in a Mid-Year Org Chart Review

• Has every role been re-evaluated for current needs?

• Is there a clear reporting structure?

• Are any roles overloaded (or underutilized)?

• Is ownership aligned to business priorities?

• Are new needs being covered by the right person?

A COO Helps You Do This Right

• Facilitates the review with leadership

• Aligns org structure to quarterly priorities

• Reassigns ownership based on actual capacity

• Updates job scorecards and KPIs

• Prepares the team for what’s next

Structure isn’t static. And your org chart shouldn’t be either.

If your org chart hasn’t been updated since last year, it’s probably already outdated. Let’s review it together — and make sure your structure supports your strategy.