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Linking small business and modern management techniques
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In this article, a review of the applicability of scientific management concepts in a small business setting is presented, and their applicability in the context of failure of small businesses is explored.Abstract:
Small businesses are vital for a nation's economic well being. In recent years, the rate of the failure of small businesses has been on the rise. These failures have been attributed to a number of factors, including a lack of implementation of scientific management concepts in their operations. These concepts are reviewed and their applicability in a small business setting explored.read more
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