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    The document discusses various planning tools and techniques, including forecasting which uses qualitative and quantitative methods to predict the future, contingency planning which prepares for changing conditions, scenario planning which considers alternative future scenarios, benchmarking which compares performance to other organizations, and participatory planning which involves those affected by the plans in the planning process. The planning manager is responsible for coordinating the planning function including assisting with plans, gathering planning information, and monitoring plans.

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    Planning Tools

    Techniques And Their


    Application
    Forecasting
    • Making assumptions about what will happen in the future.
    • Qualitative forecasting uses expert opinions.
    • Quantitative forecasting uses mathematical and statistical analysis.
    • All forecasts rely on human judgment. ◦ Planning involves deciding
    on how to deal with the implications of a forecast.
    • Identifying alternative courses of action that can be
    implemented to meet the needs of changing
    circumstances.

    • Contingency plans anticipate changing conditions.

    • Contingency plans contain trigger


    • A long-term version of contingency planning.

    • Identifying alternative future scenarios.

    • Plans made for each future scenario.

    • Increases organization’s flexibility and preparation


    for future shocks.
    • Use of external comparisons to better evaluate
    current performance and identify possible actions
    for the future.

    • Adopting best practices of other organizations that


    achieve superior performance.
    • Lead and coordinate the planning function
    • Responsibilities include:
     Assisting line managers in preparing plans.
     Developing special plans.
     Gathering and maintaining planning information.
     Assisting in communicating plans.
     Monitoring plans in progress and suggesting
    changes.
    • Participatory planning requires that the planning
    process include people who will be affected by the
    plans and/or will help implement them.
    • Benefits of participation and involvement:
     Promotes creativity in planning.
     Increases available information.
     Fosters understanding, acceptance, and
    commitment to the final plan.
    Group 2;
    Leader;
    Christine Clarin
    Members;
    Roanne Fatima Mae Perin
    Lara Jane Abesamis
    Princess Ramirez
    Rio Esteban
    Ferdie Miranda
    Lenard Dave Pagtacunan

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