Amount Quote by Henry Gantt
“The increase of this efficiency is essentially the problem of the manager, and the amount to which it can be increased by proper study is, in most cases, so great as to be almost incredible.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Work, Equipment, and Methods by Henry Gantt, 1910
Managers can dramatically boost efficiency through study and proper planning.
In simple terms: Study and planning raise efficiency.
Key Takeaway
Invest in learning to improve efficiency.
Themes
management
efficiency
study
planning
Mood
analytical
pragmatic
Type
business
motivational
When to use this quote
- manufacturing
- project management
- service industries
- team leadership
Key Concepts
productivity
continuous improvement
managerial responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What processes could you study to improve?
- How do you handle resistance to change?
A Different Perspective
Efficiency gains may be limited by resources or resistance.
