flat structure
/flæt ˈstrʌk.tʃər/ · flat·stru·cture
noun
- An organisational design in which there are few or no intermediate levels of management between staff and executives. The startup adopted a flat structure so that engineers could discuss ideas directly with the CEO.
- A building or physical layout consisting of a single level without stairs or multiple floors. The museum’s flat structure made it accessible for visitors with mobility challenges.
Synonyms
horizontal hierarchyflat hierarchyflat organizationnon‑hierarchical organizationlean structuredecentralized organizationegalitarian structureflat management
Antonyms
Did you know? The phrase "flat structure" surged in popularity during the 1990s tech boom, with companies like Valve and Google championing it as a way to foster rapid innovation and employee autonomy.