PURPOSE
Proper planning is essential to the successful implementation of a solution or strategy. Planning involves setting goals and aligning the objectives, milestones and tasks needed to accomplish them. Additionally, planning includes resource allocation. Resources can include personnel, money, equipment, supplies, space, etc. All of these components make up the implementation plan. The plan is used as the roadmap from the inception to completion of the project. The implementation plan will bring the entire organization online with the new product in an organized and manageable manner.

TYPES OF PLANNING SERVICES
The following services are all part of staging and planning of a solution or strategy:

• Technology Planning
• E Rate/Tech Funding
• Project Management Services
• Project Management Training

RETURN ON INVESTMENT (ROI)
Planning services are designed for leaders who want to save time and improve their bottom line by:

• Assigning a project manager of Subject Matter Expert (SME) and establishing best practices to develop a strategy and manage a project
• Creating a roadmap from which to implement the solution in timely and cost effective manner
• Aligning goals with the people and tasks needed to get them done
• Establishing responsibility and accountability among project members
• Having fail safes identified to deal with project roadblocks
• Setting status meetings and communication standards for a project