SOCI 100 Chapter Notes - Chapter 10: Mcdonaldization, Mechanical And Organic Solidarity, Scientific Management
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Disenchantment of the world weber"s process (people increasingly looking into science (rationality) instead of religious authorities. Rationalization a way of solving problems that is based on four main factors: predictability, calculability, efficiency, and control. Mcdonaldization how establishments (fast food restaurants) have affected society. Irrationality of rationality rationalized systems can create negative outcomes. Student numbers fair for marking but removes individuality. Commodities products that have some monetary value, are standardized, and are mass-produced by many different producers. Commidification the transformation of what is normally a non-commodity into something with monetary value. Division of labour specialization of labour into specific and distinct tasks. Applies scientific principles and methods to labour management and involves creating divisions in the labour process. Automation control systems for operating equipment are run with minimal or reduced human activity. Saves labour which saves money and improves quality of precision. Outsourcing moving call centres, manufacturing division, or entire business to another country in order to save money.
