This document discusses parallel structures as a structural organizational development intervention. It suggests that some companies can improve employee effectiveness through peer communication and sharing work experiences. While informal sharing occurs during breaks, formalizing the process ensures all employees in a department can contribute ideas, regardless of hierarchy position. The document was prepared by Manu Melwin Joy, Assistant Professor at Ilahia School of Management Studies in Kerala, India, and seeks permission for public reproduction.

1. Parallel Structures
Structural OD Intervention

2. Prepared By
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Manu Melwin Joy
Assistant Professor
Ilahia School of Management Studies
Kerala, India.
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3. Parallel Structures
• Some companies stand to
gain improved employee
effectiveness though peer
communication and
sharing experiences
encountered throughout
the working day.

4. Parallel Structures
• This behavior happens
naturally, to an extent,
wherever the staff gathers for
breaks and shares
conversation.
• Formalizing the process
ensures that all employees in a
similar department, regardless
of their position in the
traditional hierarchy, have the
chance to contribute ideas to
the broader organization.