Functions of Management in Industrial Management | New Topic [2024]

In this note, we will learn about some Functions of Management in Industrial Management like Planning, Organizing, Staffing, and many more. Welcome to Poly Notes Hub, a leading destination for engineering notes for diploma and degree engineering students.

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Functions of Management

Below we listed some important functions of management in industrial management System or management functions –

1. Planning: The primary job of management is planning. The planning work on the board explains what has to be done and how to do it in an organized manner. Planning an objective is similar to sketching a building. A firm cannot function efficiently unless it has a plan. Planning, of course, involves some predicting and decision-making.
2. Organizing: Once the plan has been developed, it is necessary to organize. This is just a system designed to ensure the success of all combined efforts. To put the plan into action, the task of organizing is required for co-coordinating or integrating the efforts of the personnel involved.
3. Staffing: In organizing, the manager strives to define positions and determine the functions and responsibilities of each. However, when it comes to staffing, the manager chooses the ideal person for each task, brings in and trains the entire workforce, and maintains a pleasant working environment. However, while staffing, keep in mind that it cannot be done once and for all because employees may leave, retire, die, and so on.
4. Commanding: Planning and organization alone are insufficient to motivate employees to take action. This command is essential. Command is the initial signal or command that allows the staff member to engage in operational operations. Command may be compared to a rail guard. The train moves as soon as the guard gives the green signal. Similarly, staff members will begin their activities as soon as they receive a directive from their respective management. However, commands and orders should not be arbitrary. It should result from the situation’s requirements.
5. Directing: Direction is connected with command. Direction comprises guiding and supervising the work of a subordinate. Direction is an ongoing activity that includes making decisions and providing appropriate instructions for task performance. To be effective, the direction must be praised as clear as possible and accepted, received and properly understood, respected, and obeyed. Management should not issue such direction or commands that cannot or will not be obeyed.
6. Motivating: Motivating is a psychological behavior that encourages workers to complete more labor. It is a psychological aspect because it is related to mental state. Motivation is the driving force that encourages a worker to give his all in the completion of a task.