Bureaucratism

Resistance to change, innovation, or modernization, often resulting in a "tendency toward rigidity".

Bureaucratism refers to the negative, dysfunctional aspects of a bureaucracy—a system where formal rules, procedures, and officialdom hinder efficiency, common sense, and responsiveness to human needs. It is often characterized by red tape, excessive hierarchy, and the prioritizing of form over substance. Core Characteristics of Bureaucratism

Over-reliance on a top-down hierarchy, leading to a "closed caste" of managers who prioritize their own perks over the organization's goals. bureaucratism

A tendency to issue orders from above without understanding or caring for the reality on the ground.

An obsession with creating documentation, reports, and meetings, which serves as a substitute for actual work. Due to complex, overlapping layers of authority, it

Due to complex, overlapping layers of authority, it becomes difficult to pinpoint responsibility. Common Manifestations

The misuse of power by officials for personal gain. Historical and Theoretical Context Due to complex

A callous attitude toward individuals, treating people as files rather than humans, and isolating officials from the citizens they serve.