Competing Theories of Organization
As organizations are implemented over time, many people experimented as to which one was best. These theories of organizations include Bureaucracy, Rationalization (Scientific Management), and the Division of Labor. Each theory provides distinct advantages and disadvantages when implemented. However, There is no best way to organize labor. For instance, the division of labor may be more effective for a car company, while a bureaucracy is more effective for a government program such as the FDA.
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