Question

Distinguish Between.

Planning and Directing

Answer 1

	Planning	Directing
1) Meaning	Planning is deciding in advance what to do how to do it, when to do it and who is to do it.	Directing is guidance, inspiration, leadership of those men and women constitute the real case responsibilities ofmanagement
2) Objective	To set goals and choose the means to achieve these goals.	To direct subordinates to get the things done in the right manner.
3) Area of function	It includes setting objectives by identifying the ways of attaining the goal and selecting the best plan.	It includes instructing, guiding, inspiring, communicating and motivating the human resources.
4) Factors	Internal and external factors are considered in planning process.	Directing is concerned directly with internal factors i.e. human resources.
5) Order	It is the basic first function of management process.	It follows organising and staffing for execution of planning.
6) Resources	Planning is done as per the requirement and availability of resources.	It gives direction to the employees regarding the use of other resources.
7) Nature	It is continuous in nature. It exists in the whole life of organisation	This continuous process is necessary in the process of achievement of the goals.
8) Level of Management	Top management is concerned with planning the activities.	Middle level management is involved in directing the employees.