‘+ Facilitates proper coordination Often, the plans of all departments of an organization are well coordinated with each other. Aids in organizing Organizing means bringing together all lable resources, i.e. 6Ms. izing cannot be done without aning. Gives right direction Direction means to give proper information, accurate instructions and right guidance to the subordinates.‘Helps in decision making decision making is facilitated by planaing. Planning helps an organization chart a course for the achievement of its goals. *}B£ficient Use of Resources Froductivity is maximized and resources are not wasted on projects with little chance of success.Team Building Planning promotes team building and a spirit of cooperation. When the plan is ompleted and communicated to embers of the organization Strategic planning 3 's process of n strategy, or direction, making decisions on allocating Es resources to pursue this strategyWhat are the criteria for a r your initiative 1 criteria. “g to consider: st all the action steps ought in all relevant e community (2.g., schools, government, faith community)?Clear? Is it apparent who wi: do what by when? Current? Does the action plan reflect the current work? Why should you develop an action plan? There is an inspirational adage that says, "People don't plan to Op fail.” Which includes: Yo lend credibility to your organization. An action plan shows members of community (including grant makers) that your organization is well ordered and dedicated to getting things done. To be sure you don't overlook any of the details.How to write an action plan? 1, Determine what people and sectors of the community should be changed and involved in finding solutions. - Possible sectors include the media, the business conmunity, religious organizations, schools, youth organizations, social service organizations, health organizations, and others ¥ inf people from all the parts of the comm! affected by your initiative (e.c., fromVehurches and synagogues, the school system, law enforcement, etc.)2. Convene a planning group in you community to design the action plan. If you are organizing a new group of people, try to make your planning committee as diverse and inclusive as possible. lop an action plan composed of steps that address all proposed Ss. The plan should be complete, clear, and current.6. Keep everyone informed. Communicate to everyone involved now his or her input was incorporated. 7. Keep track of what (and how well) vas done. Always keep track of what the group ally done. p ‘lebrate job well done! celebrate your accomplishments; you and those you work with deserve it.