According to the textbook,which of the following is a benefit of planning?
A)It improves vertical integration of departments.
B)It encourages people to engage in behaviours directly related to goal accomplishment.
C)It encourages people to remain with the company,rather than go to work for the competition.
D)It eliminates the need for change agents.

Question

According to the textbook,which of the following is a benefit of planning?
A)It improves vertical integration of departments. 
B)It encourages people to engage in behaviours directly related to goal accomplishment. 
C)It encourages people to remain with the company,rather than go to work for the competition. 
D)It eliminates the need for change agents.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Planning helps to focus individuals and teams on achieving specific goals, which encourages them to engage in behaviors that are directly related to goal accomplishment.

Answer A, C and D are incorrect: 
A) Improving vertical integration is not a benefit of planning, but rather a benefit of implementing an effective organizational structure. 
C) While planning may help create a positive work environment, there is no evidence to suggest it encourages people to remain with a company over the competition. 
D) Planning does not eliminate the need for change agents, as change may still be necessary even with a plan in place.

According to the Textbook,which of the Following Is a Benefit