Concept
What are the primary functions of managers in organizing activities?
IntroductionToBusiness OP 8D04gAa / 6.3. Organizing*
"A second key function of managers is organizing, which is the process of coordinating and allocating a firm’s resources in order to carry out its plans. Organizing includes developing a structure for the people, positions, departments, and activities within the firm. Managers can arrange the structural elements of the firm to maximize the flow of information and the efficiency of work processes. They accomplish this by doing the following: • Dividing up tasks (division of labor) • Grouping jobs and employees (departmentalization) • Assigning authority and responsibilities (delegation) These and other elements of organizational structure are discussed in detail elsewhere."
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