A hierarchical structure, characterized by a chain-of-command management system
Management by written, well-established rules followed by all
Organization by functional specialty, with expertise residing in different units of the organization
The purposeful, impersonal conduct of work – there should be no place for personal agendas and politics when conducting the organization’s work efforts
Hiring and promotion of personnel based on technical qualifications – nepotism, favoritism, bias toward some employees and discrimination against others should be avoided
Why is it important that governments adhere to these principles and traits? Focus on two of the principles listed above, and show why it is necessary to follow them. Identify at least two traits of bureaucrats that flow from these principles (One-half page to one full-page response, single spaced.)