Planning
Planning is a process that deals with the preparation of plans for a given object. [1] Planning is defined as the formulation of hypotheses about a particular situation and depends on the use of careful thinking to make the appropriate decision about the application of a behavior in the future. Other definitions of planning are an activity that is applied by all individuals in most public affairs and depends on preparing a mental plan before turning it into a real plan;



The importance of planning
The function of planning is an important function of management; this function has been developed to achieve its associated importance: [4]

To reduce risk.
Make the best use of available resources.
Access to the integration of the stages of coordination through the adoption of appropriate and correct decisions.
Prioritize and arrange work in accordance with its agreement with needs.
Contribute to the control of all problems related to the implementation of the work.
Ensure satisfaction in the work environment.
Participate in predicting the future of work.

Principles of Planning
The application of planning in the work environment depends on basic principles: [5]

Objective: It is an important requirement to apply effective planning. The planning process depends on setting a specific goal and is related to the reason for the existence of the establishment. This objective may be based on profit making, increasing the share of the facility in the market where it is located, Production, and it is important that this objective is understood and clear to all individuals working in the establishment.
Philosophy: All the beliefs and ideas of the method used to reach the goal of planning, and the nature of philosophy between enterprises, may be interested in achieving profits, or increase customer satisfaction, or the continued existence of the facility.
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