Question : Department and individuals in the organisation are able to work in co-ordination. Which importance of planning is highlighted in the above statement?
Option 1: Planning provide direction
Option 2: Planning reduces overlapping and wasteful activities
Option 3: Planning reduces the risk of uncertainty
Option 4: Planning facilitates decision making
Correct Answer: Planning provide direction
Solution :
The term "planning" refers to a predetermined course of action. It gives the instructions. It provides direction to employees' efforts. Planning clarifies what employees must do, how they must do it, and so on. This also leads to unity of direction; without planning, employees would be working in different directions, and the organisation would be unable to achieve its goals.
Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.