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Oh, If I only had "Org, Plus" from Banner Blue (circa 1985/1986.
It had it right.
One thing to remember - NO MORE THAN 4 LEVELS to an org chart.
If it is longer or deeper, draw it out on paper to the lowest level, then
bring it up to the next two levels.
For a unstructured group a manager can handle aobut 20 people or so.
Pick up all the rocks on the football field. Minimal Supervision
For a highly technical/research group, possibly one manager and 2 - 3
people. (working closely on a single project.
My thoughts on it, somewhat based on experience.
Harry
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