In the controlling process, which corrective action might be taken when an important project is running behind schedule?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Assigning additional workers and equipment to the project
Option (1) Training the employees who work on the project — Incorrect. Training of employees is the corrective action when the production target could not be met.
Option (2) Revising the standards fixed for the project — Incorrect. Standards are revised only when the deviation cannot be corrected through managerial action. A late project can be speeded up.
Option (3) Assigning additional workers and equipment to the project — Correct. A project behind schedule needs more hands. So corrective action may involve assigning additional workers and equipment and allowing overtime work.
Option (4) Analysing the exact causes of the delay in the project — Incorrect. Finding the causes of the delay is analysing deviations, the step before corrective action.
NCERT (2026-27 Edition): “Step 5: Taking Corrective Action: … Corrective action might involve training of employees if the production target could not be met. Similarly, if an important project is running behind schedule, corrective action might involve assigning of additional workers and equipment to the project and permission for overtime work. In case the deviation cannot be corrected through managerial action, the standards may have to be revised. …” |