After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Introduction to Scientific Management 2. Opposition to Scientific Management 3. Basic Approach. Introduction to Scientific Management: The early decades of this century witnessed the emergence of Scientific Management. This school of thought attempted to introduce a rational, systematic approach to work and to the management of work. In his early writings [...]
This article throws light upon the top nine techniques of scientific management introduced by Taylor in order to improve work efficiency and organisational productivity. Some of the techniques are: 1. Separation of Planning and Doing 2. Functional Foremanship 3. Job Analysis 4. Standardisation of Work 5. Financial Incentives 6. Differential Rate System 7. Scientific Selection and Training and Others. Technique [...]
This article throws light upon the top five principles of scientific management theory suggested by Taylor. The principles are: 1. Rule of Thumb should be Replaced with Science 2. There should be Harmony, not Discord in Group Action 3. Cooperation, not Individualism 4. Maximum Output, not Restricted Output5. Development of Workers to their Fullest Capacity. Principle # 1. Rule of [...]