This report considers the following questions mentioned:
- Comparison between the leaders role and functions of the manager in the organization.
- Implementation of the role of leader and functions of a manager.
- Evaluation of an appreciation of the leaders role and the role of managers in the organisations operations.
- Examining of the relationship between leadership and management in business environment.
INTRODUCTION
Management and operations are considered to be as crucial business activities. Operational management can be defined as the procedure which is mainly concerned with converting input into output. An effective operational management is important in context of driving an enterprise towards success. It helps an enterprise in increasing the productivity as well as working efficiency. Operational management is crucial for smooth functioning of business. Leaders as well as manager has important role in an organization.
The Report has focus on analyzing the significance of operational management in Context of Vodafone company. It is British multinational enterprise operating business in Telecommunication sector. Study also have focus on identifying the various factors in external business environment which have impact on operational management of company.
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P1 Comparing the role as well as characteristics of manager and leader
Voldafone is well known brand in Telecommunication sector. Business entity has its stores in many countries which enables firm to deliver services to wide number of people. An organization offers 3G broadband services. Vodafone business strategy is to offer free Usb modem, the purpose of utilizing this strategy is to attract more number of customers (Goetsch and Davis, 2014).
Manager and leaders in Vodafone has made significant contribution in driving company towards success. They have helped an enterprise in expanding business at international level
Basis |
Manager |
Leader |
Definition |
Manager is a person who is responsible for managing all business activities as well as people. |
Leader is a person who leads and commands people in an org |