This image illustrates the scenario of how hierarchical processing routes messages to a distribution list. The originator is 7501 in this distribution list. The hierarchy is such that the President has two vice presidents: VP #1 and VP #2. VP#1 has two directors: Director #1 and Director #2. VP#1 has one director: Director #3. Director #1 has Manager #1 and Manager #2 and each has a clerk below them. Director #3 has Manager #3, and Manager #3 has Clerk #3.