Systems vs. Contingency Theory of Management

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This paper explains that systems theory is a predominant management theory adopted or currently in practice within the electronics field. It examines how this system requires that the manager look at how any one decision might affect the overall system framework. Systems theory is beneficial for looking at the broad or bigger picture or an organization as a whole. It then explains that contingency theory suggests that managers have to take into account every aspect of a situation before acting upon it, then act only on those aspects of a situation that are key to resolving the matter at hand.

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"Correct utilization of management theory is vital for organizational planning, decision making and control (Farmer, Richman & Ryan, 1966). Because each organization and situation is unique, one management or leadership style may not be appropriate for governing all situations, however any particularly theory can be applied universally across an organization (Callaway 1999). Systems and contingency theories are examples of two management theories that can be applied universally across the electronics organization to facilitate a productive outcome in virtually any situation."

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