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Controlling

CBSE · Class 12 · Business Studies

Quick revision notes for Controlling — CBSE Class 12 Business Studies. Key concepts, formulas, and definitions for last-minute revision.

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Meaning and Nature of Controlling

  • Controlling ensures that activities in an organization are performed as per the plans
  • It is a goal-oriented function focused on achieving predetermined objectives
  • Controlling is a pervasive function - required at all levels of management (top, middle, lower)
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Importance of Controlling

  • Accomplishing organizational goals by measuring progress and indicating corrective actions
  • Judging accuracy of standards and helping revise them based on environmental changes
  • Making efficient use of resources by reducing wastage and ensuring optimal utilization
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Limitations of Controlling

  • Difficulty in setting quantitative standards for qualitative aspects like employee morale, job satisfaction
  • Little control on external factors such as government policies, technological changes, competition
  • Resistance from employees who view controlling as restriction on their freedom
4

Relationship Between Planning and Controlling

  • Planning and controlling are inseparable twins of management
  • Planning provides standards and basis for controlling
  • Controlling monitors progress and ensures conformity to plans

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Controlling is the management functionControlling serves six key purposesPlanning and controlling are called 'inseparableThe controlling process involves five systematicCritical Point Control focuses on key

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