Question

Principles of Taylor and Fayol are mutually complementary. One believed that management should not close its ears to constructive suggestions made by the employees, while the other suggested that a good company should have an employee suggestion system, whereby suggestions which result in substantial time or cost reduction should be rewarded.

Identify and explain the principles of Taylor and Fayol referred in the above para.

Answer 1

Principles of Taylor and Fayol referred to in the given paragraph:

1. Principles of Taylor: Cooperation, not Individualism
   This principle states cooperation among managers and labourers over individualism. This principle was an elongation to the principle of 'Harmony, not discord'; competition should be replaced by co-operation. The manager should think about labourers and share company gains with them, awarding them with sufficient incentives to work. Also, labourers should contribute the best to the company. There should be an open communication system which will build up mutual trust and belongingness among them. Work and responsibilities should be equally divided and a sense of cooperation and coordination should be established.
2. Principles of Fayol: Initiative
   According to this principle, there must be motivation and an incentive among employees to work. They must be encouraged to come up with new ideas and suggestions. However, it must be ensured that the new initiatives and ideas are in accordance with the generally followed rules and practices in the organisation. In addition, good initiatives can be suitably rewarded by managers