Frederick William Taylor

Frederick William Taylor was an engineer and management consultant in the early 20th century, known as the father of scientific management. He developed methods to improve industrial efficiency by analyzing tasks to find the most effective way to perform them, often through time studies and standardized procedures. His approach aimed to increase productivity, reduce waste, and optimize worker movements, transforming how factories and workplaces operated. Although some criticized his methods for focusing too much on efficiency over worker well-being, his principles laid the foundation for modern management practices and industrial engineering.