Question

State any four functions of operational management.

Answer 1

The operational management has the duty of supervising the operational activities of the organization. Its functions are:

1. To supervise the work of the workers.

2. To pass the instructions and decisions of the middle level management to the workers.

3. To ensure that the quantity required is produced, quality is maintained and material wastage is minimized.

4. To ensure the maintenance of safety standards.