Organizational patterns are more than just the everyday interactions between coworkers. They are a hidden language of sorts that can carry real business value in understanding how to get things done.

By uncovering these patterns — what works, what motivates people, and why — organizational leaders are able to build better products and services that generate value for customers. It’s not about neatly organizing into cubicles or putting a process into place.

Rather, it’s about recognizing the existing hidden structure and making use of it.

Seeing the big picture and understanding how interactions play out within an organization is a key component for success.