fic Management (1911) v The theory of scientific management: – Using scientific methods to define the “ one best way ” for a job to be done ? Putting the right person on the job with the correct tools and equipment ? Having a standardized method of doing the job ? Providing an economic incentive to the worker Copyright ? 2005 Prentice Hall, Inc. All rights reserved. 2– 10 Scientific Management (cont ’ d) ? Frank and Lillian Gilbreth ? Focused on increasing worker productivity through the reduction of wasted motion ? Developed the microchronometer to time worker motions and optimize performance. ? How Do Today ’ s Managers Use Scientific Management? ? Use time and motion studies to increase productivity ? Hire the best qualified employees ? Design incentive systems based on output