During the diagnostic phase of the OE2C project, our research revealed that our most efficient and effective peers in higher education utilize flattened and less hierarchical organizational structures, with fewer “layers” and larger “spans.” To help the University create an organization that is better positioned to reinvest in our academic mission, the Organization Design Initiative began its work in late October. The work of this initiative will be focused on ensuring that the structure of management best supports the mission of each academic and business unit.
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Harold Stanley, Interim Provost and Chris Regis, Vice President for Business and Finance, serve as executive sponsors for the initiative. The committee is comprised of all University vice presidents and deans.
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- What effect will OE2C have on Athletic operations?
- What does the Organization Design initiative entail?
- What compensation and benefits will be available to staff members in positions affected by the Organization Design Initiative?
- What changes are being contemplated in managerial structure, and how could this affect my position?
- Why are employees in positions affected by the Organization Design Initiative being notified over six weeks instead of a shorter timeline?
- If my position is eliminated and I choose to retire, will I still be eligible for the severance package?
- Is it true that academic computing was cut in the recent changes, and if so, how will this affect my teaching and my courses this semester?
- If a list of affected employees and positions will not be posted or distributed, why did a friend of mine who lost his job receive a list of eliminated positions?
- When I have business within my own area or with another area of the University, how will I know whom to contact given the position eliminations?
- Why are additional changes to staffing possible after the Organization Design Initiative is complete?