Credit Crunch: Reorganizing Your Company
The Access HR Team | 1 Dec 2008 1:10 PM
Many companies are under intense pressure due to the economic gloom which has swept through the US, and is now causing problems for Australia. Reorganization within companies are becoming popular as companies try to survive the economic crisis.
Reorganizing departments within your company can be a daunting task, but if properly done it can be very beneficial i.e. 'better a reorganized department than no department at all'.
The first step when reorganizing is to liaise with key management and stakeholders of the company, asking and clarifying what they expect from your department, and what the current objectives of the company are.
This information then needs to be explained to your employees, discussing how you have agreed to increase the productivity from the department and why this needs to be done. This is also a great opportunity to confirm with your employees the company's goals, and what clients/customers are expecting from the department.
It is important to discuss with your employees what is required from them in order to meet the department's targets. Many employees are often willing to take on extra work due to motivation and to broaden their role.
When changing an employees there could be legal issues, so it is advisable that you speak to a HR specialist beforehand. Consultants are also able to assist with the reorganization of departments including streamlining of roles.
It is important that all parties remain informed throughout a company restructure, as change can make people uneasy. It is important to reassure them of the benefits, and to promote stability as much as possible.
For assistance in reorganizing your department or for other HR advice please contact Access HR on 9544 1899.