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The Journal of Business Strategy
|October 6, 1990
Summary
Planners can lead productivity improvements by implementing specific techniques during the planning process. This leadership is crucial for driving organizational change and enhancing efficiency.
Area of Science:
- Urban Planning
- Organizational Management
- Process Improvement
Background:
- The planning process is identified as the origin point for organizational change.
- Planners hold a pivotal position to influence and direct these changes.
- Productivity improvement is a key objective for many organizations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline actionable techniques for planners to enhance productivity.
- To emphasize the leadership role of planners in driving improvement initiatives.
- To provide a framework for leveraging the planning process for efficiency gains.
Main Methods:
- Review of planning methodologies and their impact on productivity.
- Identification of leadership strategies applicable to the planning function.
- Case study examples (if applicable, otherwise state 'Conceptual framework').
Main Results:
- Specific planning techniques identified that directly correlate with productivity increases.
- Planners can proactively implement strategies to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Leadership in planning leads to more effective and sustainable productivity gains.
Conclusions:
- Planners are uniquely positioned to lead productivity improvement efforts.
- Implementing targeted techniques within the planning process is essential for driving change.
- Proactive leadership by planners can significantly enhance organizational productivity.