To begin, a hierarchical diagram starts at the top of the business and works its way down the chain of command (as you can see below). A vertical line between individuals indicates that the ...

For an instant way to create, update and distribute your organizational chart, Microsoft Word comes equipped with a tool that automatically generates hierarchical diagrams.

I used a hierarchical diagram format called IDEF0 to describe an ERP system we were implementing at a U.K. defense contractor. We used it to validate the customizations the client wanted us to make.

It also provides you some Process diagram templates that you can use to draw a flowchart in Excel. Just add a process SmartArt graphics and edit the steps for the process to create your own flowchart.