Arrange the following in the correct sequence of the organizing process.

(A) Grouping the activities into workable units.
(B) Workers are placed under the charge of an individual
(C) Identification and classification of activities
(D) Establishing a hierarchical structure and making provision for effective coordination

Choose the correct answer from the options given below.

(C), (A), (B), (D)

The correct answer is Option (2) → (C), (A), (B), (D)

• (C) Identification and classification of activities. First step is to identify the total activities (production, sales, marketing, etc.) and classify them.

• (A) Grouping the activities into workable units. Similar and related activities are grouped together into departments or divisions.

• (B) Workers are placed under the charge of an individual. Assigning duties to individuals and delegating authority to make them accountable.

• (D) Establishing a hierarchical structure and making provision for effective coordination. A proper hierarchy is set up, defining reporting relationships and coordination mechanisms.