Organizational Theory and Communication Processes

Organizational Theory: Key Figures and Concepts

Taylor: Scientific Management

Taylor advocated for scientific organization of work, separating mental and physical labor. His work study involved three steps:

  1. Choose the best method of work.
  2. Study labor movements and elementary time.
  3. Determine standard working hours.

Taylor’s principles also included:

  1. Scientific selection of workers based on talent.
  2. Incentive systems to motivate workers.

Critique: Taylorism was criticized for potentially deskilling workers,

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Social Services Plans, Financing, and Private Sector Roles

Contents of Social Services Plans and Programs

In its specific area, the Plan is motivated by specifications and a needs analysis of social demand. It sets coverage targets and establishes indicative time periods for their achievement. It outlines the types and spatial distribution of resources needed to achieve the objectives, and identifies criteria and mechanisms for monitoring and evaluating the plan. Other aspects are considered to achieve precise and appropriate objectives for the needs of

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Industrial Areas: Key Concepts and Definitions

Item 7. Industrial Areas

Relocation

Relocation is when a company moves all or part of its production and services to other countries or less developed regions to obtain greater benefits, consequently closing workplaces in the country of origin. Typically, marketing and R&D departments remain in their home countries.

Power Source

Power sources are the natural resources from which useful energy can be obtained for various applications.

Alternative or Renewable Energies

These are related to natural

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Spain’s Industrial Transformation: 1985-Present

Spanish Industry Today

Industrial Recovery 1985-2007

Spain’s integration into the European Community and the progressive adoption of European changes of the 3rd Industrial Revolution.

EU Incorporation: Challenges:

  • Integration into a highly competitive market.
  • Adoption of EU industry standards.

Advantages:

  • Increased market for Spanish products.
  • Elimination of tariffs.
  • Access to innovations and best practices.
  • Entry of foreign capital.

The Changes of the Third Industrial Revolution

Innovation: Applying scientific

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Audit Procedures and Financial Statement Examination

Audit Procedures: Key Concepts and Definitions

  1. Serving Files: File Ongoing or Permanent Audit? Subsequent audit support and help avoid duplication of *cedulas* (audit working papers) and evaluate.
  2. Organic Structure: Does it serve our current job roles? Be a test of opinion in the report, back it up, and determine the efficiency of the work.
  3. Primary Cedula: The one that contains information in aggregate form: figures, procedures, and observations/conclusions for a group or number.
  4. Concept of Analytical
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Strategic Planning: Principles, Types, and Process

Strategic Planning

Planning bridges the gap between where we are and where we want to be. It makes possible things that otherwise would not have happened. While some things may happen by chance, planning involves:

  • A process requiring intellectual effort.
  • Consciously determining courses of action.
  • Basing decisions on goals, knowledge, and well-studied estimates.

Basic Principles of Planning

  • Contribution to Objectives: Supporting the achievement of company objectives.
  • Primacy of Planning: Planning precedes
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