Importance of directing function
The employees in the organization start working only when they get instructions and directions form their superiors. In the directing functions the superiors direct the actions of employees towards the predetermined goals of the organization. If the directing function is executed successfully then it results in unity of direction and achievement of organization goals.
In the organization numbers of employees are working at different levels and in different job positions. The employees may differ in their levels of authority and the type of job assigned. But all are interrelated to each other as they are the part of one organization.
When the employees are working at different levels then their efforts are integrated and they co-ordinate only with help of directing function as while issuing instructions the continuity of the work can be maintained. Directing function does not mean giving orders only but through directions and instructions the superiors try to motivate the employees to perform to their best ability.
Motivation is a very important element of directing. Directing function develops the feeling of belongings and encourages employees to perform to their best ability.