Functional Management
In the world of project management, knowing how the company organises its employees allows the project manager to better understand how to manage their projects and work effectively with stakeholders to deliver a product. One such way in which organisations arrange themselves is through functional management.
Technique Overview
Functional Management Definition
Functional management refers to organising a business according to specialised functions or activities. Each function is headed by a manager with expertise in that area. This approach aims to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and promote specialisation within the organisation. Functional management ensures that tasks are performed by experts, allowing for greater efficiency and coordination across different organisational functions (Kinicki & Williams, 2020).
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Functional Management references (4 of up to 20) *
- Taylor, F. W. (1911). Principles of scientific management. Harper & Brothers
- Kinicki, A., & Williams, B. (2020). Management: A practical introduction. McGraw-Hill Education
- McKinsey & Company (2018). The Impact of Functional Management on Organizational Performance
- Harvard Business Review, (2020). Unlocking the Power of Functional Management
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