Read the following passage and answer the following questions.

'Mitabhi Colours' is a profitable company that makes different types of paint colors. Mitabhi colours is working by clubbing similar related jobs under different departments. The company is well-organized, and this has led to a consistent increase in revenue. Workers have clear job roles, which helps them gain experience and boost productivity. Each worker know who he has to take orders from and to whom he is accountable. The company recognizes the need to connect with employees and values them as its most important asset. Delegating tasks to employees not only frees managers from routine work but also provides valuable learning opportunities in practical situations. The company holds its meetings according to the mood of the members. It has no set pattern of behaviour.

Which function of management is highlighted in the above case?

Organising

The correct answer is option 2- organising.

The management function highlighted in the above passage is organising as Organising is a process which coordinates human efforts, assembles resources and integrates both into a unified whole to be utilised for achieving specified objectives. Organising can be defined as a process that initiates implementation of plans by clarifying jobs and working relationships and effectively deploying resources for attainment of identified and desired results (goals).

OTHER OPTIONS

• Planning- Planning is the function of determining in advance what is to be done and who is to do it. This implies setting goals in advance and developing a way of achieving them efficiently and effectively.

• Staffing- Staffing simply stated, is finding the right people for the right job. A very important aspect of management is to make sure that the right people with the right qualifications are available at the right places and times to accomplish the goals of the organisation. This is also known as the human resource function and it involves activities such as recruitment, selection, placement and training of personnel.

• Directing- Directing involves leading, influencing and motivating employees to perform the tasks assigned to them. This requires establishing an atmosphere that encourages employees to do their best. Motivation and leadership are two key components of direction. Directing also involves communicating effectively as well as supervising employees at work.