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| Author: | South, J. C. Matejka, K. |
| Title: | Unmasking multiple weak links in the chain of command. |
| Journal: | Management Decision
1990 : VOL. 28:3, p. 22-26 |
| Index terms: | MANAGEMENT APPRAISAL PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL |
| Language: | eng |
| Abstract: | How can we know if a whole chain of managers is weak? In practice, the chain of command seems to handle the logic of effective organization and control adequately. Usually a single "weak link" manager (a manager whose controllable performance variables are substandard) is easily identified. But what happens when several "weak link" managers are functionally bound together? The difficulty of detecting the multiple weak links (MWL) syndrome is discussed. Some ways of expanding traditional programmes for unmasking MWLs are described including unit performance indicators, performance appraisal programmes, attitude/morale surveys, selection/promotion procedures, management development etc.. Some strategic options are considered. |
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