HR-12 Organizational structure

What is HR-12 Organizational Structure Control?

HR-12 organizational structure, or organizational chart control, demonstrates the hierarchy within the organization and helps employees understand how their position fits in the organization.

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• Organizational structure chart Template

Control implementation

To implement organizational structure or organizational chart control, document your organization’s organizational chart. Ensure the following components are taken into account:

• Pyramid-like structure with the C-level executives at the top stretching down to middle management and staff-level employees
• Implement a process to update the organizational chart frequently (at least annually).
• Post the organizational chart in a location (i.e., intranet, SharePoint) that is available to all employees.

What evidence do auditors look for?

Most auditors, at a minimum, are looking for the below-suggested action:

1. Provide a screenshot or PDF copy of the organizational chart showing the last review date.

Evidence example

For the suggested action, an example is provided below:

1. Provide a screenshot or PDF copy of the organizational chart showing the last review date (if applicable).
   The following screenshot is an organizational chart demonstrating the structure.
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