Operational Planning

The purpose of an operational plan is to carry out specified actions in support of strategic
and tactical objectives. It controls how a company conducts itself on a daily basis. It is
narrowly focused and short time period which is below one year set by the first- line
manager.

There are two types of operational planning:

1. STANDING PLAN
Standing plan are designed to deal with organizational issues or problems that recur
frequently. It always guides managers to solve the problems.

Policies- general guidelines for decision making within the organization

Procedure- instructions or detailed guidelines for handling organizational action that
occur regularly.
Rule- statements or directives that must be adhered to in a given situation. They are
detailed and specific guides to action

2. SINGLE -USE PLAN

A one-time plan specifically designed to meet the goals that are not likely to be
repeated in the future-designed for a specific purpose or period.

Program- Comprehensive set of large activities that are designed to accomplish a set
of goals.
Project- single use plan that directs the efforts of individuals or work groups toward
the achievement of a goal.
Budget- Specify how financial resources should be allocated.