Richard and his wife,Eleanor,run a training company. Staff would ask either Richard or Eleanor for guidance depending on who was available to speak to. A problem occurred when a staff member was given direction from Eleanor that conflicted with what Richard had told them. Since that occurrence,each staff member reports to either Richard or Eleanor,but not both. Which of Henri Fayol's principles is this an example of?

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This scenario is an example of the principle of unity of command, where each employee reports to only one supervisor to avoid conflicting directions and confusion.

Richard and His Wife,Eleanor,run a Training Company