Chain of command

Introduction This response considers James’ research paper on foundations of organization structure (chapter 16). James’ research paper addressed the two core concepts of authority and chain of command. Strengths James described how organizations that emphasize use of the chain of command and authority, such as the military, use rigid procedures and controls to focus workers (Fischer, n.d., s. 3). Authority is an inherited ability to give orders with an expectation of compliance or obeisance (Robbins & Judge, 2009, p. 522). In this regard, James provided examples of how a leader used his inherited authority to convey expectations and compliance. With a distinct line of authority from the lowest level to highest level employee, a chain…

Law enforcement must have a structure of command to ensure a line of authority. Unity of command is a principal that allows 1 supervisor to be in charge of large amount of employees. A subordinate should only have 1 superior, this principle can be also known as the “Chain of Command” this method is used in many organizations like law enforcement as well as government and military. For an example with military and law enforcement rank levels upholds the type of position which employees above…

ultimate command of a single individual: The President of the United States. However, a robust organizational infrastructure is in place that trickles down through several branches and layers until you arrive at the smallest team components, which are usually no larger than ten to fifteen people depending on the units’ purpose and branch. In order for this machine to function smoothly it is vital that upper level of military leadership fulfill its role in publishing clearly defined visions and…

Consequently, neglecting to follow the chain of command is strongly contested (Starling, 2011, p. 300). Ultimately, some individuals may resist such a strict organizational structure due to the lack autonomy it grants and the barrier it creates between them and department heads. However, the implementation of a chain of command can eliminate ambiguity regarding who employees are mandated to report to and unethical conduct that may result from such ambiguity can be avoided. For example, the chain…

At all businesses, there is a chain of command that exists. The purpose of the chain of command is to assist the employees with the overall operation to build a successful business, organization, or company. From a Christian perspective, Romans 13:1 New Living Translation (NLT) mentioned, “Everyone must submit to governing authorities. For all authority come from God, and those in positions of authority have been placed there by God.” God has His own reasoning for places us where we are in life.…

There are many positions that make up the whole police community. These positions make up the chain of command. The chain of command starts off with a police officer and makes it's way up to Chief of Police. One usually starts the job as an officer and works his way up throughout the years. The police officers is assigned to different types of patrol while on duty. He is assigned foot patrol, car patrol, and sometimes bicycle patrol. He surveys the area for crimes being committed and…

ARMY has been always my biggest dream. Growing up with my dad in the military, I’ve always admired the armed forces, especially the ARMY. I have seen in movies how soldiers execute orders; but I’ve always wondered about how those orders or plans came to be. As I progressed through high school, I had a little understanding of the leaders in the military. Being in the SROTC program, I’ve learned more about the planning and strategic operation of the ARMY and the chain of command. In this chain of…

Classical Theory The essence of classical theory of organizational design is the set of activities, functions or structural factors aimed at achieving the objectives or the organization. Chain of command co-ordination emerges to be predominant in this theory. This theory rose from the industrial revolution and the epicenter of it is ‘efficiency’. According to classical theory the entire work is divided into two broad categories: Specialized and standardized tasks. The chain of command is ‘the…

Summary The Chain of Command as we know God is the first and last Chain of Command. God, created his people from all walks of the earth with commandments to abide by, while on this earth. When there is leadership, the Chain of Command responsibility is to lead the organization with values and endure many challenges in different situations. Leaders are to be knowledgeable and lead with integrity. The Contributes of the literature to understanding the research The Contributes to Chain of Command…

Chain of Command My company has a very clear and organized chain of command. It is not difficult to determine how the chain of command works. Every employee is expected to follow this command. Overlooking that chain of command often leads to conflict and workplace stress. According to Robbins & Judge, the chain of command “is an unbroken line of authority that extends from the top of the organization to the lowest echelon and clarifies who reports to whom” (2002, p 522). Robbins & Judge further…