This article throws light upon the top three types of control in an organisation. The types are: 1. Feed-Forward 2. Concurrent (Preventive) 3. Feedback Controls. Fig. 17.6 : Three Types of Control Type # 1. Feed-Forward Controls: Feed forward controls are future-directed — they attempt to detect and anticipate problems or deviations from the standards in advance of their occurrence [...]
This article throws light upon the three key benefits of exercising control in an organisation. The benefits are: 1. Changing Circumstances 2. Compounding of Errors 3. Organisational Complexity. Benefit # 1. Changing Circumstances: In today's highly complex and turbulent environment, all business organisations must find ways of coping with change. If managers could set goals and achieve them in no [...]
After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Meaning of Control 2. Nature of Control 3. Importance 4. Types 5. Behavioural Aspects 6. Resistance 7. Principles. Meaning of Control: Best framed plans, well-designed organisation structures, effective directions and intelligent staff cannot produce results if organisational activities are not controlled scientifically. Authority-responsibility relationships may not always be cordial, managers may [...]