2.1 Introduction 22
2.2 Types of Planning 22
2.3 Who Should Do the Planning? 24
2.4 The Inexact Nature of Strategic Planning 24
2.5 Planning Roles of Engineering Managers 26
2.6 Tools for Planning 28
2.7 Planning Activities 32
2.8 Some Specific Advice on Planning 37
2.9 Conclusion 41
2.10 References 41
2.11 Questions