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Which management theorist focused on reducing wasted time by analyzing worker interactions with machines?
Which management theorist focused on reducing wasted time by analyzing worker interactions with machines?
- Taiichi Ohno
- Henry Gantt
- Maslow
- Frederick Taylor (correct)
According to Mary Follett, what is a key factor in increasing productivity?
According to Mary Follett, what is a key factor in increasing productivity?
- Involving employees in decision-making (correct)
- Following the principles of Administrative Management
- Adopting Bounded Rationality in decision-making
- Implementing Lean manufacturing principles
Who proposed the concept of inventory planning where parts are delivered just at the time they are needed, thus eliminating large stockpiles of inventory?
Who proposed the concept of inventory planning where parts are delivered just at the time they are needed, thus eliminating large stockpiles of inventory?
- Henry Gantt
- Taiichi Ohno (correct)
- H.Simon
- Max Weber
Which management theorist identified the 14 principles of management that are widely recognized in the field of management?
Which management theorist identified the 14 principles of management that are widely recognized in the field of management?
'Lean manufacturing' focuses on reducing times within production systems and eliminating waste. Who is associated with this approach?
'Lean manufacturing' focuses on reducing times within production systems and eliminating waste. Who is associated with this approach?
'Maslow Hierarchy,' which organizes human needs in a hierarchy from basic to self-actualization, is primarily related to:
'Maslow Hierarchy,' which organizes human needs in a hierarchy from basic to self-actualization, is primarily related to:
What are the two drivers of the financial value of a business discussed in the text?
What are the two drivers of the financial value of a business discussed in the text?
What does the 'Right Work' for managers include?
What does the 'Right Work' for managers include?
Who is credited with the concept of Specialization of Labor mentioned in the text?
Who is credited with the concept of Specialization of Labor mentioned in the text?
In what period was Systematic Management identified according to the text?
In what period was Systematic Management identified according to the text?
What aspect of management involves human resources practices like hiring, training, and motivating employees?
What aspect of management involves human resources practices like hiring, training, and motivating employees?
Which key managerial skill is NOT mentioned in the text as essential for managers?
Which key managerial skill is NOT mentioned in the text as essential for managers?
