Operational objectives differ from strategic objectives in that they focus more on "how" than "what." For example, a business might decide it needs to improve profits by improving its margins, rather ...

The process of operational goal-setting is a critical step when it comes to business planning. It's the step that transforms strategic plans into actionable items. I previously wrote about operational ...

Most would agree that a successful venture starts with a well-thought-out plan. Just as someone doesn't start a road trip without a map or begin cooking a meal without a recipe, running a successful ...

As the popular saying goes: A goal without a plan is just a wish. This applies to a corporate strategy. It can look great in a proverbial template, but it falls flat if there is no documented action ...

So much about strategy and planning can seem overly complex and daunting. It needn’t be. In fact, by focusing on these five key objectives, the planning process can be simple, straightforward, and ...

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This is an excerpt of the original article. It was written for the January-February 2019 edition of Supply Chain Management Review. The full article is available to current subscribers. Truth be told, ...

A business plan outlines the what, why, when, and how of business operations. The “what” represents the products or services the business will offer to the market. The “why” denotes the purpose of the ...

Objective 1: The Graduate College will work collaboratively with other colleges and units in the interests of the University of Delaware to achieve the objectives of the Graduate College. The Graduate ...