State any three points of importance of directing function of management.

Explanation

Importance of directing is as follows: (any three)
(i) Initiates Action: Directing is the execution function of converting plans into action. While the other functions prepare a setting for action, it initiates action in the organisation for the achievement of predetermined goals.
(ii) Integrates Employees Efforts Directing helps a manager to integrate individual efforts towards the achievement of organisational goals. It ensures that all individuals work for the benefit of the organisation, by establishing harmony between organisational and personal goals.
(iii) Provides Leadership: Eftective directing providés motivation and leadership to the employees, which helps them to identify their potentials and realise their latent capabilities, leading to growth.
(iv) Introduces Changes: Changes in an organisation are usually resisted by employees. Through effective direction, a manager can explain the purpose and benefit and offer incentives to adopt such changes to the employees.
(v) Provides Stability Effective directing helps to develop co-operation and commitment on part of subordinates. This provides stability to the organisation and helps to achieve balance among various groups, activities and departments.