A hierarchy chart is a type of picture that shows how different levels or parts of a system or organization fit together in a hierarchy. Usually, the chart looks like a tree, with the highest level on top and the lowest level at the bottom.
Each level of the hierarchy is shown by a box or node, and lines or arrows show how the different levels are related to each other. The chart can be used to show organizational structures, project structures, or system architectures, among other types of hierarchies.
In an organizational hierarchy chart, for example, the CEO or executive team might be at the top, followed by senior management, middle management, and staff. Each box or node could have information like job titles, responsibilities, or who reports to whom.
In a project hierarchy chart, the project sponsor might be at the top, followed by the project manager, the team leads, and the team members. Each box or node could have information like roles, tasks, or deliverables for the project.
A hierarchy chart can help you explain complicated ideas in a clear and organized way. It can help people understand how different parts of a system or organization work together and figure out who is responsible for what or where there might be a bottleneck. Hierarchy charts can also be used as a way to plan because they show how a project or organization is set up and where improvements can be made.
Usage
It is used in human resource management, setting up organization structure, and management.
