Definition: Leadership is an individual’s competence to influence their teammates, i.e., it is the ability to frame effective plans and influence others to deal with all the difficulties efficiently with proper guidance. It requires a clear vision of the desired goals and an ability to explore the various paths. An individual who leads a position in a leadership process is … [Read more...] about Leadership
Business Management
Sole Proprietorship Vs Partnership
Sole Proprietorship is the most accessible form of business that is solely or individually handled by one person called "proprietor," subject to minimal regulation. However, Partnership is a type of business in which atleast two persons are required to become a partner by signing a contract that explains all the partners' duties, responsibilities, and rights. In the Sole … [Read more...] about Sole Proprietorship Vs Partnership
Partnership
Definition: Partnership is a model of business in which pair of individuals unite their hands to distribute profits of a business incorporated by them based on agreement. The Indian Partnership Act,1932 regulate evolution and administration of partnership firms. As the business extends, one requires more fund and more persons to regulate the business and spilt its risks. In … [Read more...] about Partnership
Management Vs Administration
An argument arises amidst the two correlated terms, Management and Administration. According to various management writers, both of them are identical and can be used conversely; the divergence exists in their use regarding distinct areas of human activities. Yet few authors don’t comply with this conclusion. In the initial stage of management evolution, both the management … [Read more...] about Management Vs Administration
Matrix Organizational Structure
Definition: A matrix organizational structure is the arrangement of the personnel, i.e., the matrix leader, managers and employees, across the grid, such that a hybrid hierarchy is maintained. Here, there is a vertical and horizontal flow of direction and information, such that each subordinate has dual bosses. Out of these, one is the functional manager; and the other is the … [Read more...] about Matrix Organizational Structure
Group Vs Team
When we use the terminologies, group and team, we mostly take these as synonyms of each other. Though both refers to the assemblage of two or more individuals, a team is a particular type of a group which is more focused towards the desired mutual goal with every member contributing in the best possible manner. A group is an assemblage of individuals with common traits or … [Read more...] about Group Vs Team
Offshoring
Definition: Offshoring is the process of relocating the business operations unit (production or services) to a different country (usually in developing nations) where cheap labour or resources are available. Here the company do not seek global retailing; instead, it looks forward to minimizing the cost of manufacturing and other supporting services. Setting up this new … [Read more...] about Offshoring
Intrapreneurship
Definition: An intrapreneurship is a phenomenon of empowering the employees within the organization, by valuing their ideas and converting them into a profit-making model for the business. The organization would bear the associated risk and loss if the intrapreneur's project failed. It is the combination of employee responsibilities with his/her entrepreneurship skills that … [Read more...] about Intrapreneurship
Strategy Vs Tactics
Even the top-performing managers consider the terms strategy and tactics as synonyms. Although both are far different from each other. A strategy is a corporate plan developed to competently achieve the company's vision in the long run, by overcoming various business obstacles. Whereas, tactics are the ways adopted to deal with certain situations which arise during the … [Read more...] about Strategy Vs Tactics
Inventory Management Techniques
Definition: Inventory management techniques can be seen as a useful tool in the hands of the management. It ensures the availability of the right type of stock, at the right time, at the right place and in the desired quantity. It also enables the managers to match the inventory shown in the books of accounts with that available. Example: A garment manufacturing industry … [Read more...] about Inventory Management Techniques