Planning is a fundamental aspect of management, providing a roadmap and enhancing coordination, forward-thinking, and control mechanisms. Different types of plans include strategic, operational, contingency, and functional plans, each serving a unique purpose.
Step 1: Define the Problem or Opportunity
Step 2: Set Objectives and Criteria
Step 3: Generate Alternatives
Step 4: Select the Most Feasible Alternative
Step 5: Implement the Decision
Step 6: Control the Results