F. W. Taylor's book "Principles of Scientific Management," on the ideas of which the entire management system of enterprises in capitalist countries is built, examines the main elements of the famous "Taylor system." F. W. Taylor is a recognized founder of scientific management of enterprises - management. It is recommended to leaders of all ranks, all sizes and forms of ownership, young aspiring businessmen, specialists who want to quickly gain experience on other people's achievements and mistakes, everyone who wants to succeed and withstand the transition to the market.