14 Questions
Why should lazy personnel be dealt with sternly?
To maintain organizational efficiency
What does the text suggest about the management's stance on discrimination in the workplace?
It should be eliminated based on sex, religion, and other factors
What impact does 'stability of personnel' have on a business according to Fayol?
Maintains organizational efficiency
What is the importance of providing stability in the tenure of personnel as mentioned in the text?
Promotes employee loyalty and reduces turnover
What is the meaning of the term 'Initiative' according to Fayol?
Taking the first step with self-motivation
Why should management promote 'Esprit De Corps' according to the text?
To create unity and harmony among employees
What does 'Stability of tenure' imply in the context of employee relations?
Encouraging employees to remain with the organization for a longer period
What is the purpose of having an employee suggestion system in a company?
To reward initiative and suggestions that lead to cost/time reduction
What is the key difference between Fayol's principle of 'Division of Work' THEN and NOW?
Specialisation in workers vs Generalisation in workers
How did the principle of 'Unity of Direction' change from THEN to NOW?
Functions have only one plan and one boss vs Functions have multiple plans and multiple bosses
Which principle changed to reflect 'Employees are empowered' NOW?
Job design
In the contemporary business situations, what has replaced 'Formalised Controls'?
Informal, Peer pressure controls
How did the concept of 'Remuneration' change from THEN to NOW?
Reasonable Pay reward system vs Performance based reward system
Which principle shifted from 'Subordinates report to only one boss' THEN to 'Subordinates report to multiple bosses' NOW?
Unity of Command
Explore how Fayol's principles of management apply in service-based and high-tech economies like the USA, with a focus on encouraging initiative among trainee managers. This quiz delves into Carl A. Rodrigues' conclusions regarding Fayol's 14 principles in modern business scenarios.
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