To operate effectively, a company needs a number of different managers with various skill sets. Human resources managers, for instance, administer a wide range of personnel programs. An organization's line managers are responsible for planning, decision making, setting targets and generating revenue. Technical staff management are another class of manager, and they're frequently seen in software development organizations. However, any technologically complex process in an organization, such as manufacturing or even accounting, can make good use of a technical manager.
