Microsoft 365 Org Chart improves visibility into leadership and team structures

The implementation of the organization-wide Microsoft 365 Org Chart marked a transformative step forward in transparency, accessibility, and operational efficiency. This initiative introduced a data feed from Virginia Tech Human Resources that populates supervisor relationships directly into Microsoft Active Directory. Once synced, this data enables a dynamic, visual org chart accessible to all university users— clearly mapping reporting structures across departments.

The benefits are significant:

• Improved Visibility. Employees can easily identify team structures and leadership paths on a platform that all employees can access, facilitating cross-functional collaboration.
• Operational Efficiency. Faster onboarding and resource allocation helps new employees understand organizational structure from day one.
• Enhanced Communication. By understanding reporting lines, employees can better direct questions and requests.
• Data Consistency. Centralized updates reduce manual entry and errors, ensuring accuracy.

By leveraging existing platforms and automating data flows, this modernization effort simplifies administrative tasks and fosters a more connected, informed campus community.