An Integrated Strategic Planning Model Help Card Most strategic planning fails miserably. This card, and it's companion, How To Make Strategic Planning work will help you create dynamic strategic plans that are relevant. Available in E-version instant delivery version and in traditional book format sent in regular post

The Point: In leading strategic planning sessions, I noticed two problems: First, it was difficult to actually explain strategic planning in everyday language, and help people see how it can be used in real life to make a real difference in what people do every day. The second problem was that people tended to forget that just doing a plan is worthless without serious followup after the fact. So I created two quick-read helpcards on the subject to deal with these issues. This card, the first of the two part set, maps out the process and the linkages to make plans link to everyday activities.

What's in it: Written by consultant and and author Robert Bacal, An Integrated Strategic Planning Model Helpcard maps out the steps in the strategic planning process. What's different about an INTEGRATED model is that it brings together strategic and tactical planning under one umbrella, so that strategic plans can be USED to make day to day decisions.

That's one of the secrets of making strategic planning documents come ALIVE, and not end up gathering dust in the backs of desk drawers. This 2 sided 8.5 x 11 inch card provides dozens of hints, tips and principles to help you get through to the boss. Here's what is on the card:

• The Purpose of Integrated Strategic Planning - What's It For?
• Understanding The Process.
• The Components of Planning, From Defining Organizational Values, Through Sub-Unit Integration.
• Important Notes & Tips On Planning

Usage: These cards can be used to refresh oneself on the strategic planning process, so they are appropriate for all managers looking to improve their planning. They are extremely useful as handouts before or during strategic planning sessions, to save time in explaining the process. So, they are ideal for facilitators and strategic planning leaders. We offer bulk licence arrangements for the latter.

Price: $12.95 OR LESS depending on electronic or printed version. You can licence for multiple copies at 75% savings.

This card is part of a two card set. The other is called Making Strategic Planning Work. For full benefits, we suggest that you purchase both cards. For a description of Making Strategic Planning Work, CLICK HERE.

(A helpcard is a 2 sided 8.5 x11 card with concise useful information about a specific topic. Designed for busy people who need to learn FAST)

What's a Helpcard?

Helpcards are designed for people who would rather learn without reading long books. Each card contains clear practical information, tips and guidelines that pertain to the topic at hand. We pack as much information as possible onto two sides of an 8.5 by 11 inch product. If you order the electronic version you can download it almost immediately and print it out on your own printer.

If you order the hardcopy version, we will send your card via regular mail. Each card is printed on sturdy card stock and laminated to ensure durability.

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