The Theory And Practice Of Scientific Management (1917)

By Clarence Bertrand Thompson

Book Overview

The Theory and Practice of Scientific Management is a book written by Clarence Bertrand Thompson in 1917. The book is a seminal work in the field of management and is considered a classic in the field of industrial engineering. The book is based on the principles of scientific management, which is a system of management that aims to increase efficiency and productivity through the use of scientific methods.The book is divided into three parts. The first part introduces the principles of scientific management and explains how they can be applied to various industries. The second part discusses the practical application of scientific management in various industries, including manufacturing, mining, and transportation. The third part discusses the social and ethical implications of scientific management.The book is an important work in the history of management and has had a significant impact on the way that organizations are managed today. The principles of scientific management have been adopted by many organizations, and the book is still widely read and studied by management professionals and students.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164185535
• ISBN13: 9781164185536
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"