The Effect of Organizational Structure on Employee Creativity: The Moderating Role of Communication Flow: A Survey Study

Abstract

This survey study examines the effect of organizational structure on employee creativity. A total of 230 employees from various industries were surveyed to gather data on their perceptions of their organization's structure and their own creativity levels. The study found that a flatter organizational structure, characterized by a decentralized decision-making process, autonomy, and flexibility, was positively associated with employee creativity. In contrast, a hierarchical structure, characterized by strict rules, centralized decision-making, and limited autonomy, was negatively associated with employee creativity. The study's findings suggest that organizational structure plays a critical role in fostering employee creativity and that organizations should consider adopting a flatter structure to encourage creativity among their employees. These findings have important implications for managers and organizations seeking to foster a more creative and innovative workforce.