Span of control

Definition

Span of control is the number of subordinates a manager or supervisor can effectively manage and oversee. It determines how closely a supervisor can monitor and guide the performance of their direct reports.

Related terms

Organizational structure: The system used to define a hierarchy within an organization, establishing how roles and responsibilities are distributed.

Delegation:

The process of assigning responsibility and authority from one employee or department to another.

Hierarchical levels: Levels in an organization that represent different ranks or positions, forming an organizational structure based on authority