General Studies · Principles of Management

Arrange the following steps in the logical sequence of implementing Fayol's 'Gangplank' to ensure efficient communication within an organization: A. Identifying a matter of urgency where strict observance of the scalar chain would cause distortion and delay. B. Obtaining the knowledge and consent of the respective immediate superiors to bypass the formal line of authority. C. Establishing a temporary, direct horizontal communication channel between officials at the same level in different departments. D. Facilitating faster decision-making while ensuring that organizational authority and discipline are not violated. Select the correct answer from the options given below: