HOW USEFUL ARE 'SCIENTIFIC' TOOLS OF MANAGEMENT,
Abstract
It is urged that public administrators become familiar with formulating problems in the explicit symbolism of models, striving to make goals and criteria fully explicit even if the explication is a little forced. It is also urged that they become generally familiar with the mathematical properties of these tools so that real world problems suitable for solution by their use can be recognized. Such problems do exist: resource allocations must be made, waiting line delays must be dealt with, competitive strategies must be selected. It is suggested that both the form and the substance of the scientific tools of management can make a substantial contribution to the solution of these and other problems of public administration.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 24, 1961
- Accession Number
- AD0610832
Entities
People
- Edward F. R. Hearle
Organizations
- RAND Corporation