SCIENTIFIC

MANAGEMENT
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SCIENTIFIC MANAGEMENT
GROUP 3

Camille Grace Ayapana

Kimberly Maravilla
Cassandra Mia
Lindsay Peramide
Rechelle Pornasdoro
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 TOPICS
Scientific Management
Theory

Purpose and Objectives

Frederick Winslow Taylor

5 Principles of Scientific
Management

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Scientific management theory is a method of
improving efficiency in the workforce. As its
name implies, this management theory uses
scientific methods to assess work processes.

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 SCIENTIFIC
MANAGEMENT THEORY

Scientific management theory is a

method of improving efficiency in the
workforce. As its name implies, this
management theory uses scientific
methods to assess work processes.

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 SCIENTIFIC
MANAGEMENT THEORY
The scientific method consists of three steps:
1.Observation
2.Experimentation, and
3. Analysis
In science, this could mean observing the
effects of a treatment, experimenting with a
different treatment, and analyzing the results.
Scientific management theory has grown
exponentially since its inception. There are now a
variety of management strategies that fall under the
umbrella label of scientific management theory.
Each of these strategies has its own set of strengths
and weaknesses. It’s important to do your own
research into scientific management theory to find
the best applications for it in your workplace.
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PURPOSE, OBJECTIVES AND APPLICATION OF
SCIENTIFIC MANAGEMENT
The main objective of scientific management is to boost productivity.
assemble factual information about the job; run experiments; and. Based on the
outcomes of the experiments, standardize the policies and procedures.
Profit maximization is another goal of scientific management theory. They
should be able to generate enormous quantities of high-quality goods if
everyone works as effectively as they can. That results in increased sales and
profit margins.
Similarly, managers use scientific management theory to observe their
workplaces, test different methods of completing tasks, and analyze the effect
of the changes.
When properly implemented, scientific management theory improves
productivity. It is an evidence-based method that prioritizes efficiency and
reliability.

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FREDERICK WINSLOW
TAYLOR
FATHER OF SCIENTIFIC MANAGEMENT
o Born in March 20 1856,
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United
States
o Philosophy known as Taylorism
o On May 3, 1884, Taylor married
Louise M. Spooner
o Died on March 21,1915
o retired at the age of 45 to focus on
promoting the scientific management
method
o received an honorary degree from the
University of Pennsylvania
o was elected president of the
American Society of Mechanical
Engineers (ASME) in 1906
o It was Brandeis who created the term
“scientific management” to refer to
Taylor’s research.
 TAYLORISM

- often mean scientific management theory as it existed in the early 20th century.

- specific management style is also called classical management theory.

- Classic Taylorism does a good job of addressing the physical needs of workers,
but it ignores social needs and creativity. Inflexible hierarchies make it difficult
for talented people to rise the ranks of leadership. Specialization is efficient, but it
discourages people from experimenting, and therefore prevents the development
of new methods. And although good pay incentivizes good behavior, money isn’t
the only thing workers care about. Employees also want to feel valued and take
pride in their work.

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THE FOUNDATION OF SCIENTIFIC MANAGEMENT

Taylor's whole professional career was devoted to boosting productivity and, by extension,
profitability, with the aim of doing so without overworking employees. In 1910, U.S. Taylor's work in
the US was cited by Supreme Court Judge Louis Brandeis. hearings before the Interstate Commerce
Commission as a progressive management strategy that might boost wages, lessen physical strain on
employees, and boost profits for business owners. Brandeis coined the phrase "scientific management"
to describe Taylor's investigation. True scientific management necessitates a conceptual revolution on
the sides of management and employees, according to Taylor, who summed up his own work in such
words. Taylor’s methods have been used in industries ranging from manufacturing to education to
medicine, with excellent results. While his work has been frequently misinterpreted, the reality is that
his ideas are very similar to the principles of lean manufacturing that business so reveres today. He
advocated for eliminating waste, especially wasted motion, similar to process redesign or continuous
improvement. In fact, the idea of continuous development was created by Taylor, according to many
competent people. W. According to reports, Edwards Deming claimed that Taylor's tenets served as
the cornerstone of his own management theories. He was a great visionary who tirelessly fought for
both management and workers.

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5 PRINCIPLES OF SCIENTIFIC
MANAGEMENT
Kimberly Maravilla Rechelle Pornasdoro Camille Ayapana

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 5 PRINCIPLES OF SCIENTIFIC MANAGEMENT
1. Science, not the Rule of Thumb-

This rule focuses on increasing the efficiency of an organisation through scientific analysis of work and
not with the ‘Rule of Thumb’ method. Taylor believed that even a small activity like loading paper
sheets into boxcars can be planned scientifically. This will save time and also human energy. This
decision should be based on scientific analysis and cause and effect relationships rather than ‘Rule of
Thumb’ where the decision is taken according to the manager’s personal judgement.

2. Harmony, Not Discord-

Taylor indicated and believed that the relationship between the workers and management should be
cordial and completely harmonious. Difference between the two will never be beneficial to either side.
Management and workers should acknowledge and understand each other’s importance. Taylor also
suggested the mental revolution for both management and workers to achieve total harmony.
 5 PRINCIPLES OF SCIENTIFIC MANAGEMENT

3. Mental Revolution
This technique involves a shift of attitude of management and workers towards each other. Both
should understand the value of each other and work with full participation and cooperation. The aim
of both should be to improve and boost the profits of the organization.
 5 PRINCIPLES OF SCIENTIFIC MANAGEMENT

4. Cooperation, not Individualism-

It is similar to ‘Harmony, not discord’ and believes in mutual collaboration between workers and
the management. Managers and workers should have mutual cooperation and confidence and a
sense of goodwill. The main purpose is to substitute internal competition with cooperation.

5. Development of Every Person to his Greatest Efficiency-

The effectiveness of a company also relies on the abilities and skills of its employees. Thus,
implementing training, learning best practices and technology, is the scientific approach to brush
up the employee skill. To assure that the training is given to the right employee, the right steps
should be taken at the time of selection and recruiting candidates based on a scientific selection.
 THANK YOU!
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 QUIZ TIME!!

1. It is a kind of method of improving

effiency in the workforce.
A. Scientific Management Theory
B. Observation
C. Principles of Management
D. Analysis
 QUIZ TIME!!

2. This technique involves a shift of

attitude of management and workers
towards each other.
A. Cooperation not Individualism
B. Development of Every Person to his
Greatest Efficiency
C. Mental Revolution
D. Boss
 QUIZ TIME!!

3.Who is the Father of Scientific

Management?
A. Albert Einstein
B. Frederick Wilson Taylor
C. Frederick Winslow Taylor
D. Frederick Snow Taylor
 QUIZ TIME!!

4.Taylor believed that even a small activity

like loading paper sheets into boxcars can
be planned scientifically.
A. Harmony, not discord
B. Science, not the rule of thumb
C. Development of every person to his
greatest efficiency
D. Mental Revolution
 QUIZ TIME!!

5.It is similar to harmony and believes in

mutual collaboration between workers and
the management.
A. Cooperation not Individualism
B. Development of Every Person to his
Greatest Efficiency
C. Mental Revolution
D. Harmony not discord
ANSWERS
1. A
2. C
3. C
4. B
5. A