scalar (adjective, sca-lar, \ ˈskeɪlər \) principle (noun, prin-ci-ple, \ ˈprɪnsəpəl \)
Definition: is a classic management system, a rule that implies the subordinates following the chain of command at every organizational level. This means that employees must not directly communicate with their seniors. Instead, they can communicate through their immediate or intermediate seniors. When a business or an organization implements a scalar principle in their operations, superior-subordinate relationships are prevalent within such organizations. This also implies developing a special “channel through” system, which all communications between the superiors and the subordinates should pass.
In a Sentence:
- The scalar principle is considered to be one of the key components of a successful business organization and a crucial part of all its processes.
- Even though the scalar principle is the classic rule of management, it seems to be less effective these days since it doesn’t allow for a positive, friendly atmosphere to develop within our company.
- The scalar principle allows for a more thought-out decision-making process.
Synonyms and related words: scalar, scalar chain, subordinate, senior, line of authority, chain of the command
