... of thinking, a mind set of assumptions, attitudes, values and practises relating to management and organisational membership. This perspective is based on the assumption that in order to achieve success, members of any given organisation, despite their different roles, must share the same goals, objectives and values. The unitary perspective finds expression through the implementation of mission statements and measures success through the actual achievement of set objectives. Workers are considered to be loyal, and the prerogative of management is accepted as parental, and in everyone's best interests. Management should be the one focus or loyalty. "Any business must mould a true team and weld individuals' efforts into a common effort. Each member of the enterprise contributes something different, but they must all contribute towards a common goal. Their efforts must all pull in the same direction, without friction, without necessary duplication or effort." (Drucker) The involvement of unions may undermine ...

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