Chapter 9 Planning Tools

Question 1

Repeat Use Plans

Answer 1

Plans developed for a specific problem or situation such as power loss, tornados, etc.

Question 2

Single Use Plans

Answer 2

Used for non recurring situations like programs, projects, or budgets

Question 3

Policies

Answer 3

Guides for thinking and making decisions

Question 4

Procedures

Answer 4

Specific guides to action that outline specific steps that should be taken

Question 5

Rules

Answer 5

Very explicit, rarely any exceptions, requires action without variation

Question 6

Work Simplification

Answer 6

A study to determine how to accomplish a task with less effort in less time or at a lower cost while maintaining or improving the quality of the outcome

Question 7

Organizational Manuals

Answer 7

Contain rules, policies, and procedures available for employee and manager reference

Question 8

Gantt Chart

Answer 8

A bar chart that shows planned and actual activities for a specific project