to arrange in a straight line; adjust according to a line. to bring into a line ( to straighten up or to make parallel) but if you're talking about businesses then, when a business is in alignment, that means that all levels and players are clear about the organization's purpose and make decisions in accordance with it.
To put two or more things into a straight line: When you've aligned the notch on the gun with the target, fire! Align the ruler and the middle of the paper and then cut it straight.
Both examples come from the Bible. The first comes from the Old Testament and the second from the New. You have to be a little knowledgeable of the Bible to catch on to either one of them (or be good with Google).
