Functions of Management
... that government and corporate travel contracts was the best source of income for the company. In the organizing step a company arranges all aspect of the business. The company assigns jobs to qualified employees, develop an accounting method and design the overall layout of the company. Organizing can also mean re-organizing. If an area of the business is not as successful, the company might decide to re-organize to ensure continued success. A company could implement a human resources department, to ensure that all employees are taken care of. It can also add a benefits program to the company and allow all employees to take part. A company could organize itself into groups to allow specialization in a particular field or environment. Omega has organized its company into many sections. Each section has its own private account to work on and uses a different booking system. By developing this system, every account receives dedicated agents that knows there accounts inside and out. The third step is leading, which allows mangers to reach new level. “Leading involves close day-to-day contact with people, helping to guide and inspire them toward achieving team and organizational goals. Leading takes place in teams, departments, and divisions, as well as at the tops of large organizations (Bateman –Snell, 15, 2003). One can also lead by setting private goals for themselves. By coaching others to reach a higher potential or offering counseling to ensure a positive outcome. Delegating can be a dramatic part of leading; it allows other employees to show responsibility and pride in their work. The managers at Omega lead their employees by setting examples. They pitch in when needed and are always there to lend a helping hand at work or personal life. They provide educational opportunities to anyone who wishes to take advantage. The company also offers tuition reimbursement for any employee who has been with the company for a year. The fourth and final function of management is controlling. After the first three steps have been followed, controlling is the follow up to ensure success. When a new plan is introduced to the company it could have flaws. In the controlling phase managers and other top mangers can verify that ...