| Topic | Key Facts & Figures |
|---|---|
| Father of Scientific Management | Frederick Winslow Taylor (1856-1915), an American engineer. Published "The Principles of Scientific Management" (1911). |
| Core Concept | Replace guesswork with scientific methods to improve efficiency in workplaces. Focus on one best way to perform tasks. |
| Inspiration | Observations in factories showed inefficient, inconsistent work methods among laborers. |
| Key Principles | 1. Science over rule-of-thumb2. Harmony between workers & managers3. Cooperation over individualism4. Maximize output for mutual benefit. |
| Techniques Used | Time studies (measuring task duration) & motion studies (optimizing movements). |

