Training and development contributes to the strategic development of a department for all of the following reasons EXCEPT:
A) assisting new employees to become current on the procedures and standards
B) helping existing staff to adapt to new tasks as a result of promotion or reassignment
C) ensuring that employees are aware of new laws, procedures, or knowledge pertinent to the department, its strategic direction, and their environment
D) holding personnel accountable for their performance

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Holding personnel accountable for their performance is not a direct contribution to strategic development, although it may indirectly encourage employees to strive for improvement. The other three options listed directly support the development of a department's strategy through improving employee knowledge and adaptability.

Training and Development Contributes to the Strategic Development of a Department