Nature of Organizing Flashcards
What does organizing mean?
Gather everything you will be needing.
Organizing involves identifying and grouping tasks, delegating them to the right people, and establishing authority and responsibility.
What is the focus of organizing?
Identifying and grouping tasks, delegating them to the right people, and establishing authority and responsibility.
What is one benefit of organizing?
Develops good working relationships.
What is an organization?
A group that seeks to achieve a common goal.
What does the involvement of people in organizations imply?
A number of people working together to achieve a common goal.
What is the main reason why an organization operates?
Achievement of goals.
What are the benefits of specialization and division of work?
Results in effectiveness and efficiency.
What does communication and coordination promote in an organization?
Coordination/cooperation, as well as horizontal and vertical teamwork.
What is meant by centralization of authority?
Power comes from one person or unit.
How is the nature of organizations described?
Dynamic personality; constantly changing.
What does the principle of division of labor entail?
Tasks divided among employees.
What is authority in an organizational context?
Legitimate power.
What is the chain of command?
An unbroken line of authority between managers and subordinates.
What is delegation?
Transfer of authority and work-related tasks to subordinates.
What does span of control refer to?
The number of subordinates reporting to the manager.
