A restructuring refers to a significant change in a company’s organizational structure, activities, or workforce, implemented to adapt to a new context, improve efficiency, or ensure long-term sustainability. It can take different forms, such as internal reorganization, mergers, cost reduction, service centralization, or strategic refocusing.
In most cases, restructuring has major impacts on employees, including job relocations, changes in roles, or even layoffs.
The reasons vary but often include:
The goal is generally to better align the organization’s structure with current or future priorities.
Restructuring often involves:
It can also create stress, uncertainty, and a sense of instability among employees—highlighting the importance of strong HR support.
An external HR consultant can assist an organization before, during, and after restructuring by:
A restructuring is a structural change designed to help an organization adapt to new circumstances. It can have significant consequences on staffing, culture, and workplace dynamics, requiring careful planning. An external HR consultant can help minimize risks, support affected employees, and preserve organizational performance throughout the change.