What is Management by Objectives (MBO)? What advice would you give to a manager who is considering MBO for her workplace?

MBO is an elaborate, systematic ongoing program designed to facilitate goal establishment, goal accomplishment, and employee development.MBO is a time-consuming process which must have the full commitment of top management.Goals must be as specific and measurable as possible and periodic appraisal meetings should be held to diagnose the reasons for success or failure.Research indicates that MBO programs result in clear productivity gains.