Projects include analysis of organization structure, work distribution, work processes and work relationships. Recommendations may include organizational restructure, job/work redesign and/or streamlined job responsibilities and function.

All organizations have work processes. Mapping work processes provides a common framework for those involved to enhance communication and understanding of work responsibilities. It enables the identification, planning, and implementation of process and efficiency improvements for the organization.

The Organization Development group provides performance management consulting to a number of Colleges, Schools and Departments to ensure their performance appraisal system is supporting the ever-increasing need to achieve higher levels of performance and productivity. Services include competency identification, leadership coaching and training, goal setting and performance management training. Also available is a software-based performance management/performance appraisal -- Performance Impact Workplace. OD will help organizations determine if this system meets their needs effectively, and will support the installation and implementation of the system.

The Organization Development group provides consulting to departments that would like to enhance their strategic planning process through the development and implementation of a departmental vision and mission, as well as strategic priorities, values and objectives.

Organization Development works with Colleges, Schools and Departments to identify and address the learning needs of their workforce. OD will work with the senior leader/leadership team to design a solution to meet the unique needs of their department. Training may be part of a development program and could include Customer Service, Leadership, and/or Workforce Development programs.

The Office of Human Resources offers a variety of workshops to enhance the professional and personal development of University of Pittsburgh faculty and staff. Organization Development oversees and administers the Faculty and Staff Development Program (FSDP) which includes the Human Resource Development Track (HRDT). FSDP brochures announcing workshops are available to the University community twice a year – Fall and Spring.