A system is a collection of parts (or sub-systems), which is integrated to accomplish an overall goal of an organization. Systems have inputs, processes, outputs and outcomes, with ongoing feedback among these various parts. If one part of the system is removed, the nature of the system is changed. Systems range from very simple to […]

Useful Notes on the Systems View of Organizations
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Relationship between Adhocracy and Bureaucracy Form of Organizations
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To understand adhocracy, let us first understand its literal meaning. The word ‘ad-hoc’ means ‘for purpose’ and the suffix ‘cracy’ means to crack down. It is antonym to bureaucracy. (more…)

What are the Barriers to the Delegation of Authority in Organizations?
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The barriers to the delegation of authority are discussed as follows: 1. From Executives’ Side: (i) There are managers who prefer to withhold a larger part of their authority under the pretext that even after delegation they still continue to remain responsible for the accomplishment of tasks assigned to them. Such a psychology is self-defeating […]