Managementpruning
Managementpruning is a term used to describe a deliberate process of reducing the number of management layers, roles, and approval steps within an organization to improve agility, accountability, and strategic alignment. The concept borrows the pruning metaphor from horticulture and the idea of model pruning from machine learning, applying a similarly selective approach to organizational design rather than relying on broad, indiscriminate cuts.
The typical approach begins with a clearly defined objective and measurable targets. Analysts map current structures,
Potential benefits include lower overhead, faster decision making, tighter alignment of structure with strategy, and improved
Risks include loss of critical expertise, erosion of cross-functional collaboration, negative effects on morale, and gaps
In practice, managementpruning is often part of broader organizational design initiatives such as delayering, lean management,