1. What was your primary learning from the reading below? Explain.
2. What is one question that remains as a result of the reading? Explain.

Compares actual performance with planned performance and takes corrective action to ensure objectives are achieved

Phases

Anticipating things that could go wrong and taking preventive measures to see that they dont

Monitoring performance to compare what is happening with what is supposed to be happening

Correcting performance problems that occur

Linked to planning - Controlling is the process supervisors use to help carry out their plans

To understand the reason for the difference between planned and actual performance, supervisor must:

Determine the reasons for below-average performance

TAKING CORRECTIVE ACTION IF NECESSARY

Compare results that are substantially above standard to determine why they varied from standard

Find out the opinions of those close to a problem to determine why standards are not being met

Involves modifying, adjusting, and fine-tuning in response to problems encountered

Essential to pull off important tasks or maintain standards

1510 course

1. Why would you choose an LLC form over a partnership or an S-corporation? Explain.
2. What kinds of businesses are well suited to the nonprofit legal structure? Explain.

2055 course

1. What role does a manager have in the control process? Explain.
2. What is a balance scorecard? Explain.
3. Think of an organization you are familiar with. Name the organization and what would be the metrics on their balanced scorecard that a manager would have direct control over? Explain.