Not all good ideas have to be implemented in any given year. Planning allows the stake holders to address current issues and trends. The professional can enhance the process by helping committees and others develop a strong understanding of the planning process. Planning not only saves headaches, it saves time and provides a congruence to program that allows all involved to feel less fragmented. Organization Business managers use organizational charts to help them implement their plans.
Extension can do the same.
A diagram that overlays the plan with organizational structure is a good beginning. List the goals of the organization at the top of the diagram. All programs relating to a particular goal are placed below it. The committees assigned to each program are listed below that. The functions of the committees are specified and the responsibilities of staff and volunteers are listed.