--- title: Functionly | Groups, Dotted-lines, Accountabilities description: Map your unique organizational structures – dotted-lines, groups, goals, roles & more. image: https://www.functionly.com/hubfs/2025%20Functionly%20functional%20chart-1.png --- [![Functionly Logo](https://www.functionly.com/hubfs/Functionly%20Logo.svg) ](https://www.functionly.com/?hsLang=en) [Features ](https://www.functionly.com/features/groups-dotted-lines-accountabilities#) ## Chart the course to your future org Visualize your workforce by unifying people data across systems, and design the future-state structure your strategy demands.  [Features ](https://www.functionly.com/features?hsLang=en) #### [![Group 1208-1](https://www.functionly.com/hubfs/Group%201208-1.svg) Data, Integrations, AI  & Templates🫰🏼 Visualize your org instantly and keep it updated automatically. 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dotted reporting lines.  [Start free trial ](https://labs.functionly.com/sign-up) [Test drive with a template ](https://labs.functionly.com/template/t_cxWhVCXifPHMVPhG-functionly-demo/orgchart) ![Group 1206](https://www.functionly.com/hubfs/Group%201206.svg) #### [![users-group-add (1)](https://www.functionly.com/hubfs/users-group-add%20(1).svg) ![users-group-add](https://www.functionly.com/hubfs/users-group-add.svg) Groups & goals Set your operating model with top-down goal setting Learn more](https://www.functionly.com/features/groups-dotted-lines-accountabilities#Groups-goals) #### [![Group 1152](https://www.functionly.com/hubfs/Group%201152.svg) ![Group 1152 (1)](https://www.functionly.com/hubfs/Group%201152%20(1).svg) Accountabilities Track executive ownership for critical corporate priorities. 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Learn more](https://www.functionly.com/features/groups-dotted-lines-accountabilities#Interactive-design) #### Groups & goals ## Set your operating model top down ![users-group-add (2)](https://www.functionly.com/hubfs/users-group-add%20(2).svg) ### Groups Structure departments, cost centers, and more into groups for designing the right operating model. ### Group type Clearly delineate group type by business unit, cost center, department, division, and region. ### Goals Add group goals to track total headcount and compensation against budget in each scenario. ### Group branding Distinguish groups and group type in your org by customizing with an icon, color, and description. ### [Calculations Instant group calculations for headcount and compensation highlight key info right in the org chart. More on org insights >](https://functionly.com/features/scenarios-forecasts-change-planning#Organizational-insights) ![Establish_the_right_operating_model_Option_1](https://www.functionly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Establish_the_right_operating_model_Option_1.gif?width=1280&height=782&name=Establish_the_right_operating_model_Option_1.gif) #### Accountabilities ## Track ownership for corporate priorities. ![user-check-validate--actions-close-checkmark-check-geometric-human-person-single-success-user](https://www.functionly.com/hubfs/user-check-validate--actions-close-checkmark-check-geometric-human-person-single-success-user.svg) ### Executive owners Assign accountabilities to each exec position to keep a record of ownership across your organization. ### Functions library Add business functions and respective accountabilities from the Functions library and customize with ease. ### Accountability views View accountabilities by position or area in your org and functional charts to see ownership by leader. ### [Functional chart View or export your org or functional charts with accountabilities displayed by position or person. More on sharing >](https://functionly.com/features/collaboration-sharing-security#Sharing-exports) ![05_Accountabilities_Option_1](https://www.functionly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/05_Accountabilities_Option_1.gif?width=1280&height=782&name=05_Accountabilities_Option_1.gif) #### Roles & dotted-lines ## Clarify matrix team dynamics ![Group 1207-2](https://www.functionly.com/hubfs/Group%201207-2.svg) ### [Roles Assign each position a role or multiple roles using Role templates, or create your own – for better org clarity More on Role templates >](https://functionly.com/features/data-integrations-ai-templates#AI-templates) ### [Dotted-line reports To create a dotted-line relationship, assign two or more roles in a position to different managers. Learn how to do it >](https://www.functionly.com/help/how-to-use-secondary-reporting?hsLang=en#create-secondary) ### Matrix team links In the Roles view, hover over a role with a dotted line relationship to see cross-functional structures. ### Workload allocation Set percentage splits for roles to manage workload when a position spans multiple responsibilities. ### [Postion descriptions View and export detailed position and associated role descriptions for hiring and internal records. More on change planning >](https://functionly.com/features/scenarios-forecasts-change-planning#Change-planning) ![Map_matrix_teams_with_dotted_line_reporting_Option_1](https://www.functionly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Map_matrix_teams_with_dotted_line_reporting_Option_1.gif?width=1280&height=782&name=Map_matrix_teams_with_dotted_line_reporting_Option_1.gif) #### Interactive design ## Design at the speed of drag-and-drop ![Group 1157 (3)](https://www.functionly.com/hubfs/Group%201157%20(3).svg) ### Drag and drop Easily build and customize your org chart layout with intuitive drag-and-drop functionality. ### Custom layouts Choose from horizontal and vertical layouts, collapse or un-collapse layers, and save views. ### Custom properties Add and display custom properties in your org chart, like KPIs, leveling, and performance ratings. ### Custom views Save, filter, and access different org views with a click - perfect for viewing a specific manager’s team. ### [Undo & redo Don’t worry about making mistakes! Undo changes with a click, or go back to a previous version. More on versioning >](https://functionly.com/features/collaboration-sharing-security#Real-time-collaboration) ### [Color coding Use color coding to identify groups, positions, and individuals, with options for custom or brand palettes. See how CodeMax uses color coding for vacancies >](https://www.functionly.com/case-studies/codemax?hsLang=en) Coming soon ### Custom branding Add your company logo, colors, and other brand elements to your chart for a more professional look. ![12_Design_at_the_speed_of_drag_and_drop_Option_1](https://www.functionly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/12_Design_at_the_speed_of_drag_and_drop_Option_1.gif?width=1280&height=782&name=12_Design_at_the_speed_of_drag_and_drop_Option_1.gif) ## All the features you need to design your future workforce. [![Group 1208](https://www.functionly.com/hubfs/Group%201208.svg) ### Data, Integrations, AI  & Templates🫰🏼 Visualize your org instantly and keep it updated automatically. 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