Which classical management thinker contributed the ‘Scalar Chain’ principle, defining the clear unbroken line of authority from top executive to lowest employee?

Explanation

• Henri Fayol established the Scalar Chain principle, defining the clear line of authority running from top management to frontline workers.
• Fayol introduced ‘Gang Plank’ (bridge) to allow direct cross-level communication when urgent action is required, bypassing rigid scalar paths.
• It reduces bureaucratic delays while preserving overall hierarchical reporting integrity.