CASE STUDY FOR PRSCTICE.docx

**Revamping Organizational Efficiency with Fayol\'s Principles** You have been appointed as the head of operations at **Greenfield Textiles**, a family-owned business that has grown rapidly over the past decade. The company manufactures high-quality fabrics, but as it expanded, operational problems...

**Revamping Organizational Efficiency with Fayol\'s Principles** You have been appointed as the head of operations at **Greenfield Textiles**, a family-owned business that has grown rapidly over the past decade. The company manufactures high-quality fabrics, but as it expanded, operational problems emerged. There are significant delays in production, and communication between departments is poor. Employees are unsure of their roles, and different supervisors often give them conflicting instructions, resulting in inefficiency. Furthermore, the company has no formal performance evaluation or reward system, leading to a sense of unfairness among employees. There is low morale, and many workers feel disconnected from the company\'s leadership. Absenteeism has increased, and skilled workers are frequently leaving for competitors. You have been given the responsibility of restructuring the organization to resolve these issues. You decide to implement Henri Fayol's principles of management to improve coordination, communication, and overall employee satisfaction. Your first step is to clarify the chain of command by ensuring that each employee has one direct supervisor, which will help prevent confusion and overlapping responsibilities. You also focus on establishing a fair remuneration system, offering bonuses and career development opportunities to retain top talent. Additionally, you aim to create a sense of unity by encouraging teamwork and collaboration between departments, ensuring that all employees work towards the company's strategic goals. Finally, you establish a formal communication channel where employees can voice their concerns and suggestions, creating a more inclusive and equitable work environment CASE 2 **Implementing Fayol's Principles to Improve Organizational Efficiency** You have recently been hired as the new operations manager of **BrightTech Manufacturing**, a mid-sized company that produces electronic components. Over the past few years, the company has experienced rapid growth, resulting in numerous operational challenges. Departments have begun to operate in silos, with little coordination between them, leading to inefficiencies, delays, and miscommunication. Many employees are unclear about their responsibilities, and managers often delegate tasks without giving proper guidance, creating confusion and frustration among staff. During your first month, you observe that there is a lack of structure within the organization. Employees report to multiple managers, causing conflicting instructions and an inability to prioritize tasks. Furthermore, the company's rapid growth has left the workforce feeling disconnected from management, and there is a noticeable decline in morale. Complaints about unequal treatment and lack of clear career progression are common, and the company is losing key talent to competitors. After evaluating the situation, you decide to apply Henri Fayol's principles of Administrative Management to address these issues. First, you plan to restructure the organization by clearly defining each employee's role and ensuring that every worker reports to only one manager to eliminate confusion. You also want to implement a system where decision-making is more centralized for high-level strategic decisions, while lower-level managers are empowered to handle day-to-day operations. Additionally, you aim to foster a positive work culture by ensuring that all employees are treated equitably and fairly, promoting teamwork and instilling a sense of belonging. This will be achieved by establishing regular communication between departments, ensuring that employees understand the company\'s overall goals and how their roles contribute to those objectives. You also introduce fair remuneration practices and develop career development programs to motivate employees and reduce turnover.