Many Saudi organizations have grown fast. New teams, new programs and new offices arrived one after another. The way work is organized often stayed the same.
The result shows up as slow decisions, unclear ownership and tired managers. Here is how to design a work model that fits the organization you are today.
Start from the work
Before you redraw the organization chart, list the ten most important pieces of work your organization delivers. For each one, note who does it, who decides and where it gets stuck.
Push decisions closer to the work
When every decision climbs to the top, everything waits. Write a simple decision rights list. It shows which decisions managers own, which need approval and which belong to the executive team.
Set clear rules for hybrid work
Flexible work helps people when everyone knows the rules. Agree on which roles need to be on site, which days teams meet in person and how quickly people should respond online.
Plan your workforce with Saudization in mind
The Nitaqat program sets Saudization targets by sector and company size. Build hiring, training and career paths into your work model, so targets become part of the plan.
Move in stages
A new work model works best when it arrives in steps. Start with one department, learn from it and then roll it out across the organization.
The takeaway
A good work model makes decisions faster and roles clearer. Start from the work, set decision rights, agree hybrid rules and plan your workforce. Then move in stages.
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