2 Planning and Organizing
CHAPTER LESSONS
Why do travel services such as railways and airports require lots of planning and organization to be successful?
LO 2.1.1 Why Plan?
The Value of a Business Plan
than one business plan. Each part of the business develops its own plan
The Importance of Planning
be more precise and objective in their decisions.
Can you think of an example of a business scenario, in which the elements of planning would need to fit together like a jigsaw puzzle?
How is planning in a complex organization similar to assembling a jigsaw puzzle?
LO 2.1.2 Levels of Planning
Strategic Planning
Steps in Strategic Planning
Internal factors are all of those things within a business that managers
memorable meals from unique recipes to satisfy the tastes of
Operational Planning
Operational planning is essential in the work environment. Can you think of any examples from your own daily life?
Operational plans are based on the business’s strategic plan and
What is the difference between strategic and operational planning? Which type of planning is most likely to be done by top managers? Which type of planning is most likely to be done by superv
Planning provides all of the following benefits to a company except
The internal and external analysis completed by businesses as a part of planning is often referred to as
Why should top managers in a company be responsible for strategic planning but involve lower-level managers and employees in the oper- ational planning process?
How can a clear and meaningful vision and mission help increase em- ployee motivation and enthusiasm for a business?