Network vs. Hierarchy - The Reddix Group

Organized like a military unit, in a command-and-control hierarchy with fixed lines of authority.

Organized like a software project, in a collaborative network with shared risk and value.

Inclusive and collaborative agreements between team-members. Uses their qualifications to get work.

Brings in member firms with open arrangements. Leverages their capabilities to do work.

Keeps out firms whose technology might displace old, proprietary applications.

Invites in firms with technology that’s useful in creating new, open systems.

The Prime Contractor uses its privileged position to maximize its profits.

The Team Lead assembles the best possible “task team” to get the job done.

Large contractors have large overhead costs. These high costs are passed on to the customer.

The Team Lead’s operations require minimal overhead. This low cost structure saves money.

Traditional Contract Team