Question : 'It is not always true that just because a plan has worked before it will work again,' Identify the related limitation of planning?
Option 1: Planning leads to rigidity
Option 2: Planning reduces creativity
Option 3: Planning may not work in a dynamic environment
Option 4: Planning does not guarantee success
Correct Answer: Planning does not guarantee success
Solution :
Managers have a tendency to rely on previously tried and tested successful plans. It is not always true that just because a plan has worked before it will work again as there are so many unknown factor which may lead to failure of plan in future. Managers have a tendency to rely on previously tried and tested successful plans. It is not always true that just because a plan has worked before it will work again as there are so many unknown factor which may lead to failure of plan in future.
Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.