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Strategic planning: five common problems with the implementation phase
1Oncology Associates, Inc, 1710 Egret Lane, Suite 200, Southlake, TX 76092-5800, USA. Gelinas@OncologyAssociatesInc.com
The Journal of Oncology Management : the Official Journal of the American College of Oncology Administrators
|August 5, 2004
Abstract:
In spite of the extensive work that often goes into preparing a good strategic plan, most organizations experience delays, resistance, and other problems that adversely affect implementation. Knowing the most common implementation problems can help cancer program administrators avoid them during the planning phase.
Insights
Strategic plans often face implementation challenges. Understanding common issues can help cancer program administrators proactively address and prevent these problems during the planning phase.
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Cancer Program Management
- Strategic Planning
Background:
- Strategic planning is crucial for cancer programs, yet implementation frequently encounters significant obstacles.
- Common issues include delays, resistance, and other factors that undermine successful execution.
- Proactive identification of these challenges is essential for effective program development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify common problems encountered during the implementation of strategic plans in cancer programs.
- To provide insights that enable cancer program administrators to mitigate these issues during the planning process.
- To enhance the successful execution of strategic initiatives within cancer care settings.
Main Methods:
- This study involved a review of common strategic plan implementation challenges.
- Analysis focused on identifying recurring themes and barriers reported in organizational settings.
- The findings are based on established principles of project and program management.
Main Results:
- Organizations frequently experience delays in strategic plan implementation.
- Resistance from stakeholders and staff is a common barrier.
- Various unforeseen problems can adversely affect the successful rollout of strategic initiatives.
Conclusions:
- Awareness of typical implementation hurdles is key for cancer program administrators.
- Addressing potential problems during the planning phase can improve strategic plan success.
- Effective strategic planning requires anticipating and mitigating common implementation failures.
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