The leadership team is contemplating a change in the clinical information system. Which definition of strategic planning should this team follow?
A) A chaotic approach to organizational change
B) A series of sequential steps leading to individualized goals
C) A plan devoid of a mission and goals
D) Process of determining what an organization wants to be in the future and planning how it will get there
D) Process of determining what an organization wants to be in the future and planning how it will get there
Explanation: A) Strategic planning is not a chaotic approach to organizational change. It is a planned approach to change.
B) Strategic planning is not used to achieve individualized goals.
C) Strategic planning is based upon the organization's missions and goals.
D) Strategic planning provides the focus for how a vision will be achieved. Successful strategic plans require the identification of a single vision, and a single mission that fits within that vision, with all activities designed to meet the identified mission.
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