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Scientific Management: Application in Bethlehem Steel and Criticism
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Abstract
During the Second Industrial Revolution, in response to the growing need for efficient management systems caused by the rapid expansion of industrial organisations, Frederick Taylor devised a management theory known as 'Scientific Management' to enhance the factory's production process. The purpose of the article is to examine and evaluate the implementation of the Scientific Management theory, with a particular focus on its application in Bethlehem Steel. The research examines the experimental design implemented by Taylor, as well as the data on productivity and salary improvement resulting from the implementation of Scientific Management. The findings indicate that Taylor's efforts were successful in enhancing the productivity of certain workers in the factory. Also, the criticisms directed towards Scientific Management should play a significant role. Upon assessing the credibility of Taylor's report and scrutinising the pessimistic attitude of the workers, it becomes evident that Scientific Management possesses notable constraints when implemented to enhance the operation of an enormous manufacturing firm.
Keywords
Scientific Management, Frederick Taylor, productivity improvement, workforce motivation
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Hu,C. (2024). Scientific Management: Application in Bethlehem Steel and Criticism . Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media,41,242-247.
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