PeopleTech

HR teams are under pressure to move faster, plan smarter, and make decisions with incomplete information. In this episode, Kimberlee Henry and Daniel Galvin from ⁠OrgChart⁠ break down why traditional spreadsheets fail to deliver real organizational insight and how modern org charts are changing that. They explain how automated org chart software connects workforce data, performance metrics, and reporting structures into a single visual system that supports workforce planning, performance management, and strategic decision-making. As organizations adapt to constant change, org charts have evolved from static diagrams into dynamic data visualization tools. Kimberlee and Daniel share how HR leaders are using org charts to surface organizational insights, improve efficiency, strengthen succession planning, and support more strategic conversations across the business. In this episode, we explore how org charts have become a foundational HR technology. They discuss the limitations of spreadsheets, the time savings created by automation, and how integrating multiple data sources unlocks deeper insights into workforce structure and performance. The conversation also highlights real-world use cases and what the future of HR looks like as data visualization becomes essential to planning in a rapidly changing environment. Key Takeaways Organizations rely too heavily on spreadsheets, limiting organizational insight Rapid change has reduced the effectiveness of long-term workforce planning Org charts provide clear visibility into organizational structure and roles Automation saves HR professionals significant time and effort Integrating workforce and performance data improves decision-making Org charts deliver context beyond names and titles Accurate, comprehensive data is essential for strategic planning Higher HR maturity leads to more strategic organizational conversations Succession planning improves with deeper organizational visibility Data visualization tools surface insights that are otherwise hidden Chapters 00:00 Unlocking Organizational Insights 02:53 The Importance of Org Charts in HR 06:04 Time Savings and Efficiency in HR 08:51 Data Integration and Performance Metrics 12:03 Beyond Basic Org Charts as a Data Visualization Tool 14:48 Strategic Workforce Planning in a Changing Landscape 17:53 HR Maturity and Organizational Dynamics 21:12 Real-World Applications and Success Stories 24:00 The Future of HR with Data Visualization Guest Info Kimberlee Henry, CMO, The OrgChartLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlee-rossi-henry/ Daniel Galvin, Chief Client Officer, The OrgChartLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dgalv/ Are org charts becoming a core HR system, or are organizations still leaving workforce insight locked inside spreadsheets? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices