Increasing Human Efficiency In Business

""Increasing Human Efficiency in Business"" by Walter Dill Scott is a classic management book that was first published in 1911. Scott was a pioneer in the field of industrial psychology and this book is a result of his research and observations on how to increase the efficiency of workers in the workplace. The book is divided into two parts. In the first part, Scott discusses the principles of scientific management and how they can be applied to improve the productivity of workers. He talks about the importance of selecting the right people for the job, training them properly, and creating a work environment that is conducive to productivity. He also discusses the role of incentives and motivation in increasing efficiency.In the second part of the book, Scott delves deeper into the psychology of workers and how their attitudes and behaviors can affect their productivity. He discusses the importance of understanding human nature and how to use that knowledge to create a more efficient and effective workplace. He also talks about the importance of communication and how to create a culture of collaboration and teamwork.Overall, ""Increasing Human Efficiency in Business"" is a timeless classic that provides valuable insights into how to improve the efficiency of workers in any organization. It is a must-read for anyone interested in management, psychology, or organizational behavior.He had found his remedy for the summer slump. Within a week he had installed a system of large overhead fans and an exhaust blower and saw his production figures mount to the winter's best average. From careless, indifferent workers, on edge at trifles and difficult to hold, his force developed steadiness and efficiency. Not only was the output increased twenty per cent over previous summers, but the proportion of spoiled work was considerably reduced.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.