HolacracyOne

HolacracyOne is an organization that develops and promotes Holacracy, a system of organizational governance that distributes authority through self-organizing circles and clearly defined roles. The company provides the foundational resources for Holacracy, including the Holacracy Constitution, training programs, coaching, and certification services. It maintains and updates the governing documents that specify how work is defined, how decisions are made, who has authority, and how roles are created and updated within an organization. HolacracyOne also hosts educational materials, community forums, and events to support organizations adopting Holacracy.

Holacracy, as implemented through HolacracyOne, replaces traditional management hierarchies with a structured, role-based framework. Work is organized into circles that operate with governance and tactical meetings to define roles and policies. Decision-making is distributed, with authority decentralized across roles and circles. Organizations using Holacracy often pursue increased transparency, autonomy, and speed of adaptation, while maintaining clear lines of accountability through defined roles and governance processes.

Critics of Holacracy argue that the system can be complex and burdensome for some organizations, potentially requiring substantial cultural change and ongoing coaching. They contend that its effectiveness may depend on fit with organizational size, context, and leadership support. Proponents counter that Holacracy can offer clearer accountability and more agile decision-making by distributing authority, especially in mid-sized or growing organizations. HolacracyOne remains a central resource for those exploring or implementing the approach.