Organizational control systems allow executives to track how well the organization is performing, identify areas of concern, and then take action to address the concerns. Three basic types of control systems are available to executives: (1) output control, (2) behavioural control, and (3) clan control.
Three basic types of control systems are available to executives: (1) output control, (2) behavioral control, and (3) clan control. Different organizations emphasize different types of control, but most organizations use a mix of all three types.
Output Control
Stephen Covey said “start with the end in mind.” Output control is one way decision makers put this into practice. focuses on measurable results within a… Behavioral Control
Behavioral controls dictate the actions of individuals. Such controls often emphasize rules and procedures. Some behavioral controls found in or… Clan Control
Rather than measuring results (as in outcome control) or dictating behavior (as in behavioral control), clan control relies on shared traditions, exp… Management Fads: Out of Control?
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