Relationship in Organization: a Clarification

Abstract

The article presents comments regarding the essay “Relationship in Organization,” by V. A. Graicunas, originally featured in the March 1933 issue of “Bulletin of the International Management Institute” and reprinted in the book “Papers on the Science of Administration.” The author points out that the essay gained its present fame in its reprint in the “Papers.” However, the publication did not include the original preface which presents valuable information regarding the author's knowledge on certain considerations necessary in determining a proper span of control. The preface is included in the article.