Application Performance Management (APM) Application performance management (APM) is a practice within systems management that targets managing and tracking the availability and efficiency of software applications. APM involves translating IT metrics into business meaning.
- The subordinate performs other tasks effectively. - The subordinate is doing as well as other people who are in a similar situation. - The effects of failures or mistakes are not serious or harmful. - The manager is dependent on the subordinate for his or her own success. - The subordinate is perceived to have other redeeming qualities.
Note that if the organization is large enough, the supervisor is fortunate to have a staff department, e.g., Human Resources (HR) Department, that directs or supports many of the activities carried out by supervisors. The supervisor still carries out the supervisory responsibilities, but HR is a tremendous help.