Survey Questions: Planning

Job Skills

Communication
Decision Making
Problem Solving
Meetings
Innovation
Planning
Performance
Feedback/Guidance
Performance Appraisal/Management
Job Content and Design
Job Satisfaction
Quality
Risk
Safety
Security
Job Security
Systems
Equipment
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Surveys Measuring Planning:
Example 1 (5-point scale; numbers; NA)
Example 2 (7-point scale; radio buttons)
Example 3 (4-point scale; radio buttons)
Example 4 (5-point scale; radio buttons)
Example 5 (5-point scale; words)
Example 6 (Pulse Survey)
Example 7 (5-point scale; item comments)
Example 8 (3-point scale; words; N/A)
Example 9 (4-point scale; numbers)
Example 10 (Comment boxes only)
Example 11 (Single rating per dimension)
Example 12 (Slide-bar scale)

Contingency Planning

Our department is able to adjust plans as needed according to situational/strategic changes.
I have plans to handle unexpected events
My manager encourages us to plan for the unexpected
Our department is prepared with tactical plans to address critical incidents
We develop contingency plans to address potential problems
Our company is good at planning for the "unexpected"
My department is good at developing plans for contingencies
Our department regularly makes plans for contingencies
I regularly plan for contingencies
I regularly plan for unexpected events
My manager always has a "plan-b" if needed
My manager explores new directions/approaches to overcome setbacks and roadblocks
Our department has a back-up plan for each quarter to ensure achieving sales goals
Leadership develops and implements contingency plans as needed
My supervisor is good at planning for contingencies
Our organization develops and works contingency plans as needed

Task Division/Prioritization

I divide complex tasks into smaller steps to measure progress toward a goal
I analyze market trends to plan the best course of action
My manager assigns the right tasks to the right people and holds them accountable
I can accomplish major tasks by breaking them into manageable pieces
Leadership is effective in prioritizing tasks and allocating resources
My manager effectively prioritizes tasks based on urgency/need
I can determine the steps required for completion of a task
The project manager is good at setting the appropriate sequence of tasks to ensure completion of the project
Our department has set the appropriate sequence of tasks to efficiently achieve the goal

Forecasting

Employees I work with anticipate challenges and have plans to overcome them
I feel that leadership is able to anticipate obstacles and find ways to overcome them
I am able to anticipate obstacles and find ways to overcome them
I anticipate the resources needed to successfully implement a plan or project
Our department has a 5-year plan
Our department has a 2-year plan
Our company has a 5-year plan
My manager can anticipate potential challenges, develop a plan to overcome them and then carry out the plan
I can anticipate potential challenges and develop a plan to achieve success
My supervisor anticipates the resources I need to successfully implement a plan or project
Management anticipates potential challenges and develops a plan to achieve success
I anticipate potential challenges, develop a plan to overcome them and then carry out the plan
My manager plans for the future
My manager is able to look ahead (beyond the present) when addressing the work/needs of the department
Our company has a 2-year plan
I am able to anticipate potential challenges and develop plans to overcome them
Our department keeps track of market trends to plan for future initiatives

Resource Management

Assessment is part of the planning process to identify organizational weaknesses and develop solutions
Resources are organized and coordinated effectively
Resources are coordinated and utilized effectively in my department.
My manager is able to identify the needs of the department before a major change
My manager determines what supplies/equipment are needed for the project
Financial planning is an important part of the Company's plans

My Abilities

I know what resources are needed to accomplish goals
I know what steps are needed to plan for equipment upgrades
I can analyze market trends to plan the best course of action
I know the operating constraints that limit what our department can do
I can identify alternate courses of action if needed
I am able to balance the needs of multiple stakeholders in developing the plan for the division
I know what courses of action I need to take to achieve my objectives
I know what courses of action are available
I am familiar with operational planning
I know what constraints may limit what can be performed

Organization

I feel I work in an organized manner
The project leader will reorder the schedule of events to maximize attendance/efficiency
My manager is able to stay organized and focused using excellent planning skills
Action plans are developed to ensure accomplishments of goals and objectives
Team leaders organize lists of items required for meetings or presentations
We use software tools to help with visualization of the plan
Our company integrates planning across functional, divisional and departmental boundaries
We regularly use planning and scheduling software
I use to-do lists to make sure nothing is missed

Strategic Planning

Leadership gathers data from a variety of sources for use in strategic planning
My supervisor is open to input from others into the plan for development of the strategic plan
My manager understands the process for developing strategic plans for the organization
I know how to utilize strategic thinking in planning
The VP has developed strategic plans for the company/organization
My manager has developed a strategic plan to reduce costs in the department
I develop strategic plans for ensuring competitiveness in the marketplace
Leadership at our company collaborates to implement the strategic plan
My department has a strategic plan in place
My manager is good at creating a strategic plan
Our department's strategic plan is linked to the organization's mission and goals
I feel the President has developed an effective strategic plan
The Company has long-term goals aligned with its strategic vision
Managers assess the risks of various strategic plans
I know how to develop a strategic plan
My manager anticipates the impacts of strategic plans
The Company strategic planning process supports employee development and continuous process improvement
My manager regularly develops strategic plans
I have confidence in our leadership's strategic plans
Our organization has implemented a strategic plan for our future

My Manager or Supervisor

My manager is good at financial planning and keeping the department's expenses within budget
My manager is good at avoiding barriers that may inhibit our progress
My supervisor develops tactical plans when an incident arises
My manager uses operational planning
My manager develops plans to help manage expectations and project demands
My manager is effective at planning for transitions in equipment or facilities
My manager gives me objectives that need to be completed
My supervisor knows what courses of action are necessary to achieve objectives
Leadership develops plans used to accomplish urgent or critical tasks
My supervisor helps me keep goals on track
My supervisor has a good understanding of the environment we operate in which helps us in planning for future actions

Leadership at the Company

Leadership assesses the Company human resources to promote and improve employee development opportunities
Leadership develops effective plans to deal with unforeseen circumstances
Leadership at the company makes plans and follows through
Leadership at the company prioritizes plans based on a cost/benefit analysis
Leadership at the company assesses the potential impact of changes to the strategic plan

Implementation

Our department collaborates with others to implement the strategic plan
My supervisor encourages others to follow the plan
Goals and objectives are integrated and aligned with the Company vision
The department head ensures staff are held accountable for following the department plan
Coworkers closely follow the plan established for the department
My manager ensures everyone in the department is onboard with the current plan
Delegates tasks to team members to accomplish goals
Our department collects data regarding our progress in implementing our plans
Our department uses milestones to keep track of progress
I am able to follow the plan set in place
Our department ensures performance measures are in place to monitor and assess attainment of goals and objectives
Plans that our department makes are usually implemented smoothly without incidents
Progress is regularly evaluated to ensure adherence to the plan
My manager sets milestones to track progress on the plan
My department is effective at planning for smooth implementation of new processes
Our department is flexible enough to adjust the plan as needed

Planning

My supervisor understands that the initial plans may need to be adjusted
My manager is able to clearly articulate the plan for the department/district
Our department sets objectives to be completed
My supervisor plans meetings effectively
Managers involve relevant coworkers in the development of the plan
I plan for the future
I make plans and follow through
Vision, strategic plans, processes, and quality controls are coordinated through the Leadership at the Company

Project Management

The project manager develops an effective plan to guide the project
The project lead initiates the planning process by defining the scope of the project
The team leader identifies what must be accomplished for successful completion of project
I can create plans to handle complex, multi-faceted projects
The project manager is open to input from others into the plan for the project
I usually create a timeline to specify when each phase of the project should be concluded
My manager develops a detailed plan outlining tasks, resources, timelines, and deliverables
Our department determines the appropriate actions needed to achieve goals
My manager creates effective project plans

Resource Management

Our department accurately estimates the amount of materials/supplies needed for the project
The team lead ensures staff have the supplies and resources necessary to enact the plan
The project leader is good at determining the amount of materials/supplies needed for the project
My manager determines the allocation of funds based on plans for future development
My manager anticipates resources needed to successfully implement a plan or project
My manager develops a systematic approach to get resources needed to accomplish the plan
Our department purchases the equipment and software that will be needed in the future
I know how to identify resources needed to accomplish objectives
The project lead is good at determining what supplies/equipment will be needed for the job
I know how to determine what supplies/equipment will be needed for the department
The manager understands what equipment will be needed for the project

Scheduling/Staffing

I make plans for future staffing needs
My manager adjusts and rearranges the schedule to maximize efficiency
My supervisor creates a timeline for events and monitors progress
I can plan schedules based on associates' strengths to maximize sales
My manager is effective at determining appropriate staffing needs for the project/department
The project lead notifies staff when the plan is not on schedule
My manager reduces uncertainty in the department through clear planning and schedules
The department schedules staff based on seasonal needs
Leadership at our company knows how to position us to be competitive in the marketplace
The Company has an excellent workforce planning strategy to meet future needs

Logistics Planning

Our department develops good plans used for logistics
Our department makes plans for freight processing during non-operating hours
My supervisor makes strategic and tactical decisions to guide the logistics process
My manager creates effective logistics plans to achieve high operational efficiency
The COO develops proper plans to ensure seamless flow of materials through logistics
I am effective in using logistics planning to reduce supply delays
I am able to develop logistics plans to move material through a multi-step supply chain
The division leader develops plans to ensure the smooth operation of the supply chain

Time Management

My manager works with others to ensure plans are kept on schedule
My manager accurately estimates the duration of tasks
Our department plans for how to allocate time to specific activities
My supervisor efficiently manages deadlines
I know how to the management software to set up and monitors timeframes and plans
Our division establishes and monitors timeframes and timelines
I conduct regular assessments of the project status to ensure adherence to the set schedule
My manager establishes a course of action for self and others to accomplish specific goals
I am able to keep goals on track