Question

Why is delegation of authority essential and not the decentralisation?

Answer 1

Delegation is an essential part of every organisation. No organisations can work without using the concept of delegation as there is no individual who can do all the work himself only.

Delegation is a tool to get the work done effectively and efficiently through others whereas decentralization is required when an organisation grows and expands and only top level cannot manage it.

Especially in the present era due to liberalization and globalization fast decision is needed and quick decisions can be taken through decentralization only as it provides greater flexibility and freedom of action but still many organisations are working with little or no decentralization. It is a matter of choice and preference of top level management and not compulsory.