Question 5

Discuss the differences between the contributions of Taylor and Fayol.

Answer
Basis of Difference Taylor's Cintributions Fayol's Contributions
Perspective Shop floor level of a factory. Top level of management.
Contrbution Scientific management theory was given by Taylor in 1911. General theory of administration was given by Fayol in 1916.
Personality Taylor was mechanical engineer (scientist). Fayol was a mining engineer (practitioner).
Applicability Applicable to specialised situations. Applicable universally.
Basis of formation Observation and experimentation. Personal experience.
Title Taylor is called 'Father of scientific management'. Fayol is called 'Father of General Management.'

 

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