HRIS Play 3/10: How to make an org chart for an international team: 3 ways for any budget [2024]

Organizing International Teams with Org Chart Software: A Hands-On Guide

Managing international teams can be a real challenge. You’re juggling remote workers, contractors, and employees scattered across different countries. But don’t worry; org charts are here to save the day. They’re your go-to tool for clarifying who’s who and who’s doing what, no matter where your team is based.

Let’s dive into three practical ways to create org charts that fit your budget and needs.

Scenario 1 - No Budget: Get Creative with Free Tools

If you’re tight on budget, don’t sweat it—you can still structure your growing team effectively.

Actions:

• Use Microsoft Office Tools: Jump into PowerPoint, Word, or Excel. They’re packed with essential features to help you create your org charts. Need more guidance? Check out our step-by-step on building an Excel directory for your org chart.
• Tap into Canva: Canva offers free, ready-made templates for org charts. It’s a quick and easy way to get your team structure up and running without spending a penny.

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Expected Results:

• Save Money: You keep your costs down by sticking with free tools.
• Time Commitment: You may spend more time setting things up if your team is growing fast.
• Limitations: Static org charts might struggle to keep up with rapid changes, such as new hires or shifts in your team’s structure.

Scenario 2 - Budget Available: Invest in Efficiency

Do you have a budget to play with? It’s time to go beyond the basics and find tools that streamline your team management.

Actions:

• Opt for Consolidated HR Software: Look for software for managing international teams—platforms like Juggl or Workable offer built-in org charts that sync with your HR tasks.
• Explore Productivity Tools: Consider tools like ClickUp or Lucidchart. They let you build org charts while helping you manage your team’s productivity. Pick the tool that best meets your company’s needs—HR, productivity, or something else.

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Expected Results:

• Real-Time Insights: You’ll have up-to-date data on your team, making it easier to manage different locations.
• Improved Collaboration: These tools help your team work together better by offering a directory with all the info they need, right at their fingertips.

Scenario 3 - Low Budget: Get the Most Out of Affordable Tools

You can find tools that make building org charts simple and effective even on a modest budget.

Actions:

• Try Third-Party Tools: Look into platforms like Miro, Figma, or Visme, which offer free trials. These tools might not be designed explicitly for org charts, but they’re flexible enough to get the job done—and you can use them for other tasks too.

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Expected Results:

• Affordable Options: These tools give you access to advanced features without breaking the bank.
• Manual Effort: You should spend more time integrating them with your HR systems, as not all offer seamless real-time updates. But with a little effort, you’ll have an org chart that works for you.

With the right approach and tools, you can keep your international team organized, no matter your budget. Whether you’re going for free, budget, or premium options, there’s an org chart solution out there that fits your needs.

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