Question

Distinguish Between.

Directing and controlling

Answer 1

Points	Directing	Controlling
1. Meaning	Directing is the guidance inspiration, the leadership of those men and women constitute the real case responsibilities of management.	Controlling is the process of taking steps to bring actual results and desired results closer together.
2. Objective	To direct the subordinates to get the things done in the right manner.	To ensure that the objectives are achieved according to the plan.
3. Area of function	It includes instructing, guiding, inspiring, communicating, and motivating human resources.	It includes setting up of standards, measurement, and comparison with actual performance and taking corrective steps whenever necessary.
4. Factors	Directing is concerned directly with internal factors i.e. human resources.	Internal and external factors are taken into account for taking corrective action.
5. Order	It follows organizing and staffing for the execution of planning.	It is an end function of the management process.
6. Resources	It gives direction to the employees regarding the use of other resources.	It is related to all organizational resources which help to achieve the goal of the organization.
7. Nature	This continuous process is necessary for the process of achievement of the goals.	It is the process that starts once the actual plan is executed.
8. level of Management	Middle-level management is involved in directing the employees.	Top and middle-level management are responsible for controlling the activities.