FACTORS AFFECTING SPAN OF CONTROL

The term ‘span of control’ is also known as ‘span of supervision’ or ‘span of authority’. Simply stated it refers to the number of individuals a manager can effectively supervise. Thus, it is expected that the span of control, that is, the number of subordinates directly reporting to a superior should be limited so as to make supervision and control Read More …

PRINCIPLES OF ORGANISATION

The principles of organisation are guidelines for planning an efficient organisation structure. Let us discuss the important principles of organisation: 1. Unity of objectives: An enterprise strives to accomplish certain objectives. The organisation and every part of it should be directed towards the attainment of objectives. Every member of the organisation should be familiar with its goals and objectives. There Read More …

PRINCIPLES OF PLANNING

Since planning is a function of management, it must be based on certain principles to serve as guidelines for undertaking the function in right earnest. We may outline the principles of planning as below 1. Principle of top management interest: The chief executive of the organisation must show genuine interest in planning, submit himself to the discipline of planning and Read More …

10 REASONS WHY PLANNING IS IMPORTANT

1. Provides direction: Planning provides a clear sense of direction to the activities of the organisation and to the job behaviour of managers and others. It strengthens their confidence in understanding where the organisation is heading and what for, how best to make the organisation move along the chosen path, and when should they take what measures to achieve the Read More …