Management In The Contemporary Society
Management In The Contemporary Society
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2017-08-24
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MOHAMMED, Zakari
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Abstract
The paper viewed the concept 'Management' from two perspectives-as a phenomenon (formation/body) and as a function (process) and what each of them stand for. It identified the essence of management to having the capacity to effectively marshal and shepherd the human and material resources of establishments to achieve the desired vision, mission, goals and objective at least cost. Viewed within the perspectives and antecedents of the 21st century paradigm, Contemporary Society is conceived as the technology/virtual/digital driven society and environment where effective adoption, adaption, application, and utilisation of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and particularly the Cloud technology of Things (CoT) is of necessity and relevant in all spheres of human endeavour to ensure and enhance effectiveness and efficiency. The need for application of technology to management, the aspects management needing the application of technology, the challenges to successful application of technologies to management and the way out of the perceived quagmire were highlighted. It advocated for the transformation of the conventional work environment in typical establishments/organisation into Smart Work Place ( SWP) where managerial systems, functions and operations are technology driven.
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A paper presented at the Nigerian Institute of Management 2017 Awards, Fellows And Spouses' Day Luncheon Held At The City Hall, Catholic Mission Street, Lagos Island, Lagos on Thursday, 24th August, 2017.
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Management,, Contemporary Society,, Information and Communication Technology (ICT),, Cloud technology,