This article throws light upon the three categories under which plans are classified in an organisation. The categories are: 1. The Time Dimension in Planning 2. The Use Dimension in Planning 3. The Scope or Breadth Dimension in Planning. Category # 1. Time Dimension in Planning: a. The Time Dimension in Planning: Time enters as an important variable in the [...]
This article throws light upon the ten important features of a sound plan. The features are: 1. Integration 2. Market Research 3. Economy/Financial Constraints 4. Co-Ordination 5. Consistent 6. Flexible 7. Acceptable 8. Participative 9. Based on Planning Premises 10. Effective Communication System. Feature # 1. Integration: A good plan should integrate the short-term requirements of the firm with its [...]
This article throws light upon the four main types of forecasting that are related to external environment. The types are: 1. Economic Forecasting 2. Technological Forecasting 3. Forecasts Regarding Government Policies 4. Sales Forecasting. Type # 1. Economic Forecasting: It is done to forecast the general economic conditions, like boom or depression, upswing or downswing of the economy. Corresponding to [...]