Right to Manage

The right to manage is the authority and discretion used by the workers to make business decisions and take actions related to the management and operations of their business such as hiring, firing, setting work policies, establishing job duties, and managing performance of the employees. The management principle of right to manage means that employers have the managerial prerogatives and responsibilities to manage their organization effectively and within employment laws, regulations, and contractual obligations.

Example of Right to Manage

In a retail store chain, the company's management team will exercise power by making decisions that are strategic in nature and by implementing policies to grow the company and boost profitability. The management team sets performance expectations, sets sales targets, and develops operational procedures to make sure the store is always operational effectively and smoothly.

The manager of the store has the authority to hire and train new employees, set working schedules, and apply company policies and procedures to sustain staff productivity and customer-centered culture. The manager has the authority to manage and control the inventory, merchandising displays, and customer service initiatives to achieve the sales goals and improve the shopping experience of customers.