Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Strategic planning is an organization’s process of defining its strategy or direction and making decisions on allocating its resources to ...

Business planning has always been part of the core of successful organizations. From startups to Fortune 500 companies, a robust business plan lays the foundation for growth, competitive advantage, ...

To deliver on AI’s potential, Finance must take a more holistic planning approach, one that integrates people and technology.

Effective planning doesn’t have to be daunting, but it does require having the right advisors and a deliberate strategy. Here are essential steps to consider.

As a kid, I remember my dad--the quintessential methodical, organized engineer--sitting me down at the kitchen table for his favorite bi-annual lecture: "Planning For Your Future." His yellow legal ...

There are best practices, standard operating procedures and several types of processes in the business world. Processes help maintain order and provide guidelines for a smooth workflow. They are what ...

I’ve been coaching and training financial advisors, investment advisors, insurance advisors and financial planners for over 30 years. Most of these professionals are looking to offer increasingly ...

While the exact statistics vary across different studies and surveys, the general consensus is that a significant portion of businesses lack a comprehensive succession plan. According to a survey ...

Daily planning is a must in any business. But if you find yourself regularly avoiding this crucial daily action, you may need to change your planning approach. Otherwise, you may find yourself ...

Preparing for the future, especially from a financial standpoint, is crucial for all businesses. Companies need to forecast their revenue and expenses to ensure they remain profitable. Budget planning ...

The city of Vacaville hosted Strategic Planning focus groups in person on Friday and Saturday, and will host a Virtual Focus Group on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 6 p.m. The focus groups, combined with an ...