What are the steps in the process of organising?
The following steps are involved in the organising process:
1. Identification and division of work: The first step in the process of organising involves identifying and dividing the work that has to be done in accordance with previously determined plans. Work is divided into managerial tasks, so that duplication can be avoided and workload can be shared among employees.
2. Departmentalisation: In this step the activities which are similar in nature, are grouped together. And this process is known as departmentalisation. The departments are created on the basis of products, functions and territory. This provides specialisation in operations.
3. Assignment of duties: Once the departments are created, each department is placed under the charge of an individual, called departmental head. Then, each job is allocated to an individual, according to his knowledge and skill.
4. Establishing Reporting relationships: In the organisation, each employee has some authority as well as responsibility. It is necessary that every individual must know whom they have to take orders from and to whom they are answerable. This creates superior subordinate hierarchy and helps in coordinating various activities in the organisation.
A company X limited manufacturing cosmetics, which has enjoyed a pre-eminent position in business, has grown in size. Its business was very good till 1991. But after that, new liberalised environment has seen entry of many MNC’s in the sector. With the result the market share of X limited has declined. The company had followed a very centralised business model with Directors and divisional heads making even minor decisions. Before 1991 this business model had served the company very well as consumers had no choice. But now the company is under pressure to reform. What organisation structure changes should the company bring about in order to retain its market share? How will the changes suggested by you help the firm? Keep in mind that the sector in which the company is FMCG.
Why delegation is considered essential for effective organising?
A company manufacturing sewing machines set up in 1945 by the British promoters follows formal organisation culture in totality. It is facing lot of problems in delays in decision making. As the result it is not able to adapt to changing business environment. The work force is also not motivated since they cannot vent their grievances except through formal channels, which involve red tape. Employee turnover is high. Its market share is also declining due to changed circumstances and business environment. You are to advise the company with regard to change it should bring about in its organisation structure to overcome the problems faced by it. Give reasons in terms of benefits it will derive from the changes suggested by you.
Neha runs a factory wherein she manufactures shoes. The business has been doing well and she intends to expand by diversifying into leather bags as well as western formal wear thereby making her company a complete provider of corporate wear. This will enable her to market her business unit as the one stop for working women. Which type of structure would you recommend for her expanded organisation and why?
Decentralisation is an optional policy. Explain why an organisation would choose to be decentralised.
Decentralisation is extending delegation to the lowest level. Comment.
Identify the network of social relationships which arises spontaneously due to interaction at work.
A company, which manufactures a popular brand of toys, has been enjoying good market reputation. It has a functional organisational structure with separate departments for Production, Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and Research and Development. Lately to use its brand name and also to cash on to new business opportunities it is thinking to diversify into manufacture of new range of electronic toys for which a new market is emerging. Which organisation structure should be adopted in this situation? Give concrete reasons with regard to benefits the company will derive from the steps it should take.
Can a large sized organisation be totally centralised of decentralised? Give your opinion.
Draw a diagram depicting a functional structure.
How does planning provide direction?
What is meant by staffing?
What is informal communication?
State the meaning of controlling.
What is meant by capital structure?v
What is meant by management?
What is a Treasury Bill?
State any two advantages of branding to marketers of goods and services?
What makes principles of management flexible?
Under which consumer right does a business firm set up consumer grievance cell?
What are the principles of scientific management?
Name any two important characteristics of management.
Discuss the following techniques of Scientific Work Study:
a. Time Study
b. Motion Study
c. Fatigue Study
d. Method Study
e. Simplification and standardisation of work
What are the procedures and importance of trading on a stock exchange?
What is the jurisdiction of cases that can be filed in a State Commission?
Explain any four points regarding significance of principles of management.
Explain the following Principles of management given by Fayol with examples:
a. Unity of direction
b. Equity
c. Espirit de corps
d. Order
e. Centralisation and decentralisation
f. Initiative
A firm plans in advance and has a sound organisation structure with efficient supervisory staff and control system but on several occasion it finds that plans are not being adhered to. It leads to confusion and duplication of work. Advise remedy.
Why are rules considered to be plans?
Identify and state the force that binds all the other functions of management.