Involve your staff in the planning process. Get their co-operation and their ideas. Weigh up the pros and cons and decide the final route that you want to take. The final plan has to be financially viable, not too risky, acceptable to your manager, your staff and yourself. Good planning means effective control, easier delegation and increased effectiveness.
Bad planning means misunderstandings, pressure, low morale and stress.
Remember planning is dynamic process. Plans need constant adjustment to suit the current situation. Schedule and budget your tasks appropriately. Break complex tasks down into steps and list all the activities. Spot which activities can be done at the same time and decide with the team the best sequence.