HOW
TO
DEVELOP
A
STRATEGIC
PLAN
B. Rules
of Thumb
Strategic
Planning
is
a way
of thinking
--
an ongoing
process
--your
plan is
never
perfect
or complete.
Keep
the planning
simple
and manageable.
Involve
organizational
leaders
deeply.
Emphasize
creativity,
innovation,
and
imagination
rather
than following
the steps.
- Don't
adopt
strategies
without
careful
consideration.
Strategic
planning
is not
an end
in itself.
It
is a tool
to help
your organization
achieve-
its missions.
- Utilize
technology
to assist
in
planning
whenever
possible.