Category: OFFICE MANAGEMENT

Organising is the process of management by which activities of a group of persons are coordinated and responsibilities fixed. It is through an organisation that managers blend human and material resources to achieve the goals of the enterprise. Organising office activities is a major aspect of office management. A sound office organisation can contribute to the efficient working of an Read More …

Principles of organisation formulated by management experts are also applicable to office organisation, as mentioned below. A thorough understanding of the principles is essential for organising a good efficient office. The principles which govern office organisation are outlined below: 1. Principle of objective: Organising requires a clear definition of the objectives to be attained. Clarity of objective leaves no scope Read More …

Office activities strictly speaking do not constitute a separate function. They are part of the major functions of the enterprise, like production, marketing, personnel, etc., and therefore, may be carried on in the functional departments themselves. However, services common to all the departments are usually carried out under one roof called “Central Office” or “Head Office” The types of common Read More …

Like any other functional manager, the office manager must also possess requisite qualifications to manage office activities successfully. The following are some of the more important qualification, which the office manager should possess: 1. Education and training: The office manager must have a sound educational background. He should be able to communicate well with his superiors, subordinates and the general Read More …