Centralization

Centralization:

It is the process of transferring and assigning decision-making authority to higher levels of an organizational hierarchy. The span of control of top managers is relatively broad, and there are relatively many tiers in the organization.

Advantages

• Provide Power and prestige for manager
• Promote uniformity of policies, practices and decisions
• Minimal extensive controlling procedures and practices
• Minimize duplication of function

Disadvantages

• Neglected functions for mid. Level, and less motivated beside personnel.
• Nursing supervisor functions as a link officer between nursing director and first-line management.