command and control JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/kəmˈænd kənˈtrōl/ · com·mand·and·con·trol
noun
- A system or process for directing and managing resources, personnel, or operations. The company's command and control structure was criticized for being too rigid and inflexible.
- A set of procedures or protocols for managing and coordinating activities, especially in a crisis or emergency situation. The emergency response team had a well-established command and control system in place to handle the disaster.
verb
- To direct or manage the actions or activities of others. The project manager had to command and control the team to meet the deadline.
- To exert control or influence over a situation or process. The company's leadership had to command and control the market trends to stay competitive.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Did you know? The phrase 'command and control' gained widespread use in the 1990s, particularly in the context of business and organizational management, as companies sought to improve efficiency and productivity.