A successful business is a well-oiled machine with lots of moving parts; if one of these parts falls short, the operating model is subject to failure. This is where good organisational design comes into play. Organisational design is the process of aligning overall business goals with employees, operations and strategy.
At E.L Blue, we have over two decades of experience as organisational design specialists for both small-scale and large-scale organisations, tailoring business strategies to support growth in the ever-changing landscape of the Australian market.
What is Organisational Design?
Organisational design is the process of aligning business strategies and goals with the structure, processes and operating model. A well-designed organisational structure ensures businesses streamline decision making, increase agility and boost productivity and employee satisfaction. Good organisation design looks beyond growth periods but shifts the core operating models for efficiency and effectiveness. It also comes into play when organisations undergo mergers and acquisitions.
Why Partner with an Organisational Design Specialist?
Objectivity
Hiring external organisational design specialists brings a fresh, unbiased perspective and identifies blind spots or inefficiencies in business strategies.
Expertise
Partnering with organisational design consultants means you gain access to a wealth of knowledge and expertise that you wouldn’t otherwise have access to.
Faster Results
External organisational design specialists are incentivised to work quickly through trial-and-error models, allowing them to move forward through problems quickly.
Our Organisational Design Consulting Services
Organisational Structure Redesign
We begin by evaluating your current structure and operating model to highlight any inefficiencies across the organisation.
Change Management and Communication Planning
We support project managers and teams for transitional periods with clear communication, leadership training and employee coaching.
Role Clarity and Capability Mapping
We define key responsibilities and identify the road map to success through role clarity and capability mapping.
Culture and Operating Model Alignment
We align your operating model and structure with organisational culture and strategic priorities, safeguarding the future state of your organisation.
Workforce Planning and Resourcing
Using our industry expertise in workforce planning and resourcing, we ensure you have the right people in the right roles to support your business growth.
How Our Organisational Design Consultants Work
Our approach is collaborative, outcome-focused, and tailored to your unique needs. We work closely with your executive team, HR, and business leaders to ensure alignment and buy-in at every step:
Discovery Phase
We assess your current organisational structure, business goals, and operational challenges.
Design Phase
We work closely with your organisation to design detailed recommendations, organisation charts, and workforce models aligned to your strategy.
Implementation Support
We support change through employee workshops, workplace training, and strategic communication planning.
Post-Implementation Review
We assess the effectiveness of the design and fine-tune it based on feedback and evolving needs, ensuring success.
When to Consider Organisational Design Consulting
Rapid growth or expansion
Post-merger or acquisition
Major strategy or digital transformation
Low agility, role confusion, or inefficiencies
Shifting customer needs or market conditions
Hear From Our Clients
The team that runs our Human resource function are very knowlegable.
It is great to have an HR input that really contributes to our company's success and profitability
Why Choose E.L Blue for Organisational Design Consulting?
☑️ 20+ years of experience working with Australian organisations
☑️ Deep HR and workforce planning expertise across sectors
☑️ Bespoke, practical solutions — never one-size-fits-all
☑️ Specialists in aligning structure, culture, and leadership
☑️ Ability to integrate design with broader HR strategy, change, and talent development
Take Your First Step Towards Organisational Design Success Today!
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an organisational design specialist do?
An organisational design specialist assesses your current structure and operations and helps realign teams, roles, and processes to better support your business goals. They focus on improving efficiency, communication, decision-making, and overall performance.
When should a business consider organisational design consulting?
Organisational design consulting is valuable during major changes such as growth, mergers, restructures, new strategic directions, or digital transformations. It’s also crucial when inefficiencies, duplicated roles, or a lack of clarity are holding your business back.
How can organisational design improve business performance?
A well-designed organisation reduces complexity, improves communication, speeds up decision-making, and ensures that the right people are in the right roles. This leads to better productivity, higher employee engagement, and faster achievement of strategic goals.
What’s the difference between organisational design and organisational development?
Organisational design focuses on structures, roles, and reporting lines to align with business strategy. Organisational development is broader, focusing on culture, leadership development, and change management. E.L Blue can support both to drive sustainable success.
What industries does E.L Blue work with for organisational design consulting?
E.L Blue provides organisational design consulting across industries including professional services, healthcare, technology, construction, retail, and education. Our tailored approach ensures the design fits your industry-specific challenges and goals.
Can E.L Blue assist with implementation after the organisational design is created?
Absolutely. We don’t just deliver the design — we support implementation through clear action plans, change management strategies, leadership coaching, and post-transition reviews to ensure lasting results.
How long does a typical organisational design project take?
Timelines vary depending on the size and complexity of the organisation. A smaller redesign may take a few weeks, while larger projects involving multiple departments or structural changes can take several months. E.L Blue will tailor the timeline to your needs.
How does E.L Blue tailor organisational design to each business?
We take a collaborative approach, working closely with leadership teams to understand your goals, culture, and challenges. Each organisational design solution we deliver is fully customised as we stand by the thought that there’s no “one-size-fits-all” model.