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If power is greater than the liability (P> R), this could result in an
autocratic behavior of the superior is not responsible for their
actions.
If the liability is greater than the power (R> P) may result in
frustration, because the person is not necessary to perform the task
that is responsible power.
The growing interest in the delegation of powers of decision is due
in part to the emergence of global competitiveness, the need to
respond quickly to the demands and expectations of customers and
a better educated workforce that demands greater autonomy.
effective management requires the delegation of powers of decision
is sincere, based on mutual trust, accompanied by relevant
information so employees can perform their tasks and should give
competent people.
Moreover, employees should be rewarded for exercising their right
to decide.
Concepts
the authority line
The authority of a superior line gives a line of authority over
subordinate. It exists in every organization is like an uninterrupted
scale or series of steps. Behold the first climb in the organization:
the clearer it is the line of authority from the high management
position in a company to each subordinate position, the clearer will
be the responsibility makes decisions and the more effective
organizational communication . In many large companies, steps are
long and complex, but even in the smallest, the very fact of
organizing introduces the principle climb.
Therefore, the scalar principle is evident that the authority line is
the relation in which a superior exercises direct supervision of a
subordinate, a relationship of authority online or direct steps.
Staff
The nature of the relationship of support staff (staff) is an advisor.
The function of those with a capacity purely support staff is to
research, find and give advice to line managers.
Functional authority
Functional authority is the right delegated to an individual or a
department to control processes, practices and specific policies, or
other related activities undertaken by staff from other departments