This document discusses organizational charts, including their purpose, uses, and types. It defines an organizational chart as a visual tool that shows employee job titles and reporting relationships. The main purpose is to illustrate the hierarchical structure within an organization and help with management, planning, and communication. There are three main types of organizational charts: hierarchical, matrix, and flat/horizontal. Hierarchical charts have clear vertical lines of reporting, matrix charts involve dual reporting relationships, and flat charts have more horizontal, team-based structures.