Meta is undergoing significant organizational change. The process, dubbed “flattening” internally, aims to refocus company leadership and ensure that managers are doing more than just attending endless meetings.
The flattening process at Meta is intended to improve productivity and streamline decision-making by eliminating hierarchical structures that can slow down the pace of work. The company believes that by taking this approach, its managers will be able to be more hands-on and engaged in the day-to-day operations of the business.
Managers will be given new responsibilities and held accountable for the success of their teams as part of the flattening process. This shift in focus is expected to lead to a more efficient and effective organization, as well as higher employee morale and engagement.
It should be noted that Meta is not the first company to use a flatter organizational structure. Many businesses have adopted this approach in recent years in order to foster a more agile and innovative work environment. They hope to do so in order to keep up with the rapidly changing demands of the tech industry.
Meta’s “flattening” is an attempt to break down traditional organizational structures while also creating a more nimble and dynamic work environment better equipped to tackle the challenges of the rapidly evolving tech landscape.
The sources for this piece include an article in Vice.
