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Question
Distinguish Between.
Directing and controlling
Solution
| Points | Directing | Controlling |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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5. Order |
It follows organizing and staffing for the execution of planning. |
It is an end function of the management process. |
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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. |
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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. |
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8. level of Management |
Middle-level management is involved in directing the employees. |
Top and middle-level management are responsible for controlling the activities. |
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