Here's how you can offer constructive feedback in Operational Planning.
Operational planning is a critical aspect of any business, ensuring that day-to-day activities align with strategic goals. It's a complex task that involves coordinating resources, setting objectives, and monitoring progress. Providing feedback within this context is essential for continuous improvement. Offering constructive criticism can help refine processes, enhance efficiency, and foster a culture of collaboration and accountability. You're about to learn how to give feedback that's not only insightful but also actionable, fostering an environment where operational planning is a dynamic and responsive process.
Before diving into feedback, it's crucial to fully grasp the objectives of the operational plan. This ensures that your feedback is relevant and targeted. Understanding the plan's goals allows you to align your feedback with the intended outcomes, making it easier for the recipient to see the value in your suggestions. Ensure that you're familiar with both the short-term actions and the long-term vision they are meant to achieve. This foundational knowledge will make your feedback more constructive and likely to be implemented.
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Marcello Barreto Marques
Diretor Comercial e de Operações na FTL - Ferrovia Transnordestina Logística S.A | Especialização em Gestão Portuária
Feedbacks são oportunidades importantes para aprimoramento da Gestão e da Liderança. Para aprimoramento do planejamento operacional, foque em definir metas claras e mensuráveis, assegurando que todos os envolvidos compreendam suas responsabilidades. Promova uma comunicação contínua e aberta entre as equipes para evitar mal-entendidos e retrabalhos. Revise e ajuste regularmente os planos para garantir que estejam alinhados com os objetivos estratégicos da organização. #TREMJEITO
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Lt Col Dhruvjyoti Chanda, (Retd), Shaurya Chakra
Indian Army Veteran
Be Specific: Clearly identify the aspect of the operational plan you're addressing. Vague feedback isn't actionable. For example, instead of saying, "The plan needs improvement," you could say, "The timeline for task completion seems unrealistic." Focus on Behavior or Performance: Concentrate on observable actions or outcomes rather than personal traits. This helps keep feedback objective and actionable. For instance, instead of saying, "You're not organized," you could say, "The lack of a clear timeline made it difficult to track progress."
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Dinuraj Abdul Rahim
Offering constructive feedback in operational planning is essential for refining strategies, improving processes, and achieving organizational goals. Here are some tips for providing constructive feedback effectively in operational planning: 1. Be Specific 2. Focus on Objectives 3. Highlight Strengths 4. Identify Areas for Improvement 5. Provide Actionable Recommendations 6. Be Respectful and Supportive 7. Offer Context 8. Encourage Iteration 9. Set Clear Expectations 10. Follow Up
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David Hartmayer
Hiring cleared Engineers for positions nationwide!
Constructive feedback is essential. Whether its an employee that you directly manage, or you giving feedback to your own manager. Be specific and plan your feedback in advance.
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Gagan Gujral
Earth citizen since 350 ppm CO2. Building Sambi & Bosna
One thing I have understood through experience is that one should under commit while planning to as to over deliver finally. This gives you a buffer for tackling unplanned contingencies which are part of operational planning and deliveries thereafter.
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Swetha Subramanyam
Transforming Operations: 40% Growth Obsessed | Senior Manager - Lead Client Operations | Strategic Leader | Client Relationship Management | Operations Excellence
Offer Constructive Feedback in Operational Planning. Focus on the Plan, Not People: Critique the strategy, not the planner. Frame feedback as improving the plan itself. Specificity is Key: Don't just say "unrealistic." Point out areas with unclear assumptions or missing data. Offer Alternatives: Don't just criticize, suggest solutions or resources that address identified weaknesses. Frame it as Collaboration: Show a willingness to work together to strengthen the plan. Positive Reinforcement: Acknowledge strengths in the plan. Show appreciation for effort before proposing improvements.
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Alexander Ali MAOUI
✴️ Clerk of works, Site manager
Avant de fournir un retour d’information, il est essentiel de se familiariser avec les objectifs spécifiques du plan opérationnel. Cela implique une compréhension approfondie des buts à court et à long terme que le plan vise à atteindre. Les objectifs à court terme peuvent inclure des jalons immédiats ou des indicateurs de performance clés, tandis que la vision à long terme se concentre sur l’impact global et les résultats finaux souhaités.
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Anchal Avinash
R&M at Weatherford
Feedback is an important part of any process improvement. But it's more important to know when and how to give feedback... If your feedback is not correct and taken into consideration then it will impact badly. Before providing feedback we must know the planning stages, understand the process and final goal of the project then only to provide the feedback to align with the target..
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Ysabel Leon Diaz
Industrial Engineer/Strategic consultant. Maintenance.
En mi experiencia, destaco el valor del mapa estratégico de Kaplan y Norton para comprender y comunicar objetivos. Este mapa visualiza relaciones entre objetivos y metas en finanzas, comercial, procesos y capital humano. Facilita que el equipo comprenda la importancia de cada objetivo, otorgándoles propósito. Esto ayuda a entender el "por qué" detrás de cada acción, visualizando cómo contribuyen al éxito general. Integrarlo en retroalimentación asegura alineación con resultados, facilitando implementación y mejora la efectividad de la retroalimentación.
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Lt Col (R) Shakil Ahmed Tamgha-e-Imtiaz (Military)
Health For All; Director at Mariam Health Care Trust
Intimate involvement in planning and execution is vital. Direct interaction with users/clients and executors is considered as backbone of constructive Feedback in operations.
When providing feedback in operational planning, specificity is key. Vague comments can lead to confusion and inaction. Instead, pinpoint exact areas that require attention or improvement. For example, if a particular process is causing delays, highlight the process and suggest possible solutions. This approach not only identifies the issue but also offers a starting point for making changes. Specific feedback can lead to precise adjustments that directly improve operational efficiency.
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Alexander Ali MAOUI
✴️ Clerk of works, Site manager
Dans le cadre de la planification opérationnelle, la spécificité des retours d’information est cruciale pour garantir l’efficacité et l’efficience . Pour cela : 1) Identifier les domaines nécessitant une attention, et qui requièrent une amélioration 2) Suggérer des solutions concrètes et pratique et qui doivent être basées sur des données et des analyses solides pour assurer leur faisabilité. 3) Offrir un point de départ pour le changement, en mettant en lumière des problèmes précis et en proposant des solutions adéquates 4) La conduite des ajustements précis et identifiés les actions correctives 5) Améliorer l’efficacité opérationnelle, ça permettent de résoudre les problèmes de manière proactive et d’optimiser les processus
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Charles Bruner
Aviation Maintenance Management Expert and Leader at US Navy
Along with being specific when identifying areas for attention or improvement, I find it important to keep the focus on one or two areas at a time to prevent the team from becoming overwhelmed with too many things to do in their scope. I have found that too many times confusion sets in when there are too many priorities for the workforce, and they cannot decide on what to tackle first.
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Ysabel Leon Diaz
Industrial Engineer/Strategic consultant. Maintenance.
En mi experiencia en el plan operativo, cuantificar las metas en tiempo, además de unidades, es esencial para una gestión más eficaz. Esta medida no solo permite dirigir las acciones de forma más efectiva y establecer prioridades claras, sino que también facilita la distribución óptima de recursos, lo que maximiza la eficiencia y el rendimiento del equipo.
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Jose D.
Project Manager @ Midland Steel | Offsite Rebar Solutions, BIM
Providing specific feedback in operational planning is crucial for driving improvement and efficiency. Vague comments can result in confusion and hinder progress, as they fail to pinpoint the exact areas requiring attention. By offering specific feedback, such as identifying problematic processes and suggesting concrete solutions, organizations can address issues more effectively. This approach not only clarifies the problem but also provides actionable insights, enabling teams to make targeted adjustments that directly enhance operational performance. Overall, fostering a culture of specificity in feedback promotes continuous improvement and ensures that efforts are focused on areas that will yield the greatest impact.
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Maick William Oliveira Costa
Consultor Especialista em Gestão Empresarial @ HubConexão Consultor Especialista em Vendas @ GGV - Inteligência em Vendas
Oferecer feedback específico é essencial porque ajuda a identificar áreas de melhoria, clarificar expectativas, e promover um ambiente de trabalho mais eficiente e colaborativo. Quando o feedback é específico, ele fornece informações claras sobre o que é esperado. Em vez de comentários vagos como "Faça um trabalho melhor", uma observação específica como "Revise a precisão dos dados antes de enviá-los" deixa claro qual comportamento precisa ser ajustado, permitindo que os funcionários compreendam exatamente o que se espera deles.
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Pessôa Arthur
CEO bmz bank. Sócio Diretor na A+ Consultoria Organizacional Ltda. Professor Doutor na UFPA
Sem dúvida alguma o feedback, quando bem conceituado e executado de forma assertiva, é uma essencial atividade para o desenvolvimento de pessoas, times e organizações, porém e mais uma atividade essencial, pois o primordial será em muitos dos casos o ajustamento e alinhamento dos pilares: arcabouço de processos, cultura organizacional e estratégia aplicada obtendo assim uma real, efetiva e duradoura mudança de e para melhoria contínua.
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Pierre Delom
Senior Officer of the Navy - Officier supérieur - NATO ACT Norfolk - Innovation Branch
L'article met en avant des points essentiels pour offrir des commentaires constructifs dans la planification opérationnelle. En tant qu'expert des systèmes d'information avec une compétence forte en IA, je souligne deux éléments supplémentaires : 1. Intégration de l'IA : Comprendre les objectifs permet d'aligner les capacités de l'IA avec les résultats attendus, optimisant ainsi la prise de décision. 2. Précision et données : Utiliser des données concrètes et des outils analytiques pour fournir un feedback basé sur des preuves tangibles, améliorant ainsi l'efficacité opérationnelle.
Timing can significantly affect how feedback is received and acted upon. Offer your insights promptly, while the operational activities are fresh in everyone's minds. This not only ensures relevance but also demonstrates your engagement with the process. Avoid waiting for an annual review to discuss issues that could have been addressed much earlier. Timely feedback can prevent small issues from becoming bigger problems and can keep the operational plan on track.
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Ysabel Leon Diaz
Industrial Engineer/Strategic consultant. Maintenance.
Establecer un sistema de rendición de cuentas mensual del plan operativo en mi experiencia debe crearse como un hábito en los equipos de trabajo, ya que estas revisiones y retroalimentación a tiempo permite accionar y hacer ajustes de mejoras antes de que cierre el año. Genera una dinámica que permite el análisis continuo de los resultados para proponer acciones y anticiparse ante cualquier cambio.
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Jose D.
Project Manager @ Midland Steel | Offsite Rebar Solutions, BIM
Timely feedback is crucial in operational planning. Providing insights promptly while activities are fresh ensures relevance and demonstrates engagement. Waiting for annual reviews risks issues escalating. Timely feedback prevents small problems from growing, keeping the operational plan on track.
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Pierre Delom
Senior Officer of the Navy - Officier supérieur - NATO ACT Norfolk - Innovation Branch
En tant qu'expert en systèmes d'information avec une forte appétence pour l'IA, je souligne l'importance du timing dans la rétroaction. Offrir des commentaires rapidement, lorsque les activités sont fraîches, optimise la pertinence et l'efficacité des ajustements, tout en démontrant un engagement fort dans le processus. Une rétroaction opportune peut prévenir l'escalade des problèmes et maintenir le cap du plan opérationnel.
Feedback should not be a one-way street. Encourage a dialogue by asking questions and inviting others to share their perspectives. This creates a collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and invested in improving the operational plan. By fostering open communication, you can uncover underlying issues and jointly develop solutions that are more comprehensive and effective. A dialogue-centric approach can also reduce defensiveness and promote a more receptive attitude towards change.
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Farrell Keegan, LMSW
Project Manager
Leading by example requires a commitment to accountability, trust, and (within reason) transparency. Encourage open dialogue amongst your team by inviting them to share ideas, suggestions, and solutions. Don't forget that receiving feedback is also necessary for managers. Create a welcoming environment and regularly invite your team to share what you can do to better support them. Then, demonstrate accountability by following through on any commitments you have made. Struggling to get through to a particularly negative team member? Play to their strengths, reiterate their value, and ask them to look out for holes in the process that they can help improve.
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Alexander Ali MAOUI
✴️ Clerk of works, Site manager
Le feedback ne doit pas être perçu comme une critique unilatérale, mais plutôt comme une conversation bidirectionnelle, et pour cela : 1) Il faut encourager activement le dialogue en posant des questions ouvertes qui invitent à la réflexion et à la discussion 2) Valoriser les contributions de chacun, vous valorisez ainsi leur expertise et leur expérience. Cela renforce le sentiment d’appartenance et d’investissement personnel dans le succès du plan opérationnel. 3) Créer un environnement collaboratif, Un dialogue ouvert favorise un environnement de travail collaboratif. Lorsque les gens se sentent écoutés et que leurs idées sont prises en compte, ils sont plus enclins à s’engager activement dans le processus d’amélioration.
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Donald Clegg MSc, BA (Hons).
Primary and through life learning specialist.
In my experience, the effective use of constructive dialogue is perhaps one of the key kingpins to performance development. It is true that when people feel that their input into the planning process they feel more valued and, as a consequence, more likely to provide a productive input to the team and plan. Dialogue forms the basis and culture of all actions, processes and plans; encouraging all team members to discuss in an open forum helps to not only highlight potential pitfalls but explore effective ways to confidently resolve issues through effective critical thinking and analysis.
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Jose D.
Project Manager @ Midland Steel | Offsite Rebar Solutions, BIM
Feedback should foster dialogue, not be one-sided. Encourage collaboration by asking questions and inviting perspectives. This inclusive approach values everyone's input, leading to more comprehensive solutions. Open communication uncovers issues and promotes effective solutions. Dialogue reduces defensiveness and encourages receptiveness to change.
Offering support goes hand-in-hand with providing feedback. It shows that you're committed to helping implement the changes you suggest. Offer resources, training, or your own time to assist with adjustments to the operational plan. This support can take many forms, from mentoring staff to providing access to additional tools or information. When people feel supported, they're more likely to take feedback positively and be motivated to make improvements.
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Jose D.
Project Manager @ Midland Steel | Offsite Rebar Solutions, BIM
Support complements feedback, demonstrating commitment to implementation. Offer resources, training, or personal assistance to facilitate adjustments. Support can range from mentoring to providing tools or information. When people feel supported, they're motivated to make improvements.
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Alessandro Romei
TIC Senior Executive | Passionate about sustainability & CSR | Networker Pro | Internationalization Pioneer | Business Development Expert | Team Builder | Multicultural Leader
Offering support in operational planning involves empathizing with the individual or team, understanding their challenges, and providing specific examples of both strengths and areas for improvement. It's crucial to offer practical guidance, resources, and training opportunities, fostering open communication and creating a safe environment for discussion. Setting realistic goals, providing ongoing encouragement, and following up regularly are essential for success. The key is to maintain a positive and constructive tone throughout the process, focusing on growth and development.
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Rodney W.
Dynamic Aviation Executive | Driving Innovation and Excellence
To be brief, concise, and add value to a conversation, focus on the core message, eliminate unnecessary details, and choose words carefully. Start with a clear summary, use bullet points or short paragraphs, and avoid verbose language. Ensure clarity by presenting complex information simply and succinctly. Actively listen and understand the context to contribute meaningful insights or perspectives. Offer new angles or solutions, ask insightful questions, and include relevant data or examples. This approach saves time, fosters understanding, and enhances collaboration, making your interactions more effective and impactful.
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Aftab Raja
Operations planning involves organizing, coordinating, and optimizing the processes within an organization to ensure efficient production and delivery of goods or services. Here are some key aspects: 1. **Forecasting**: Predict future demand for products or services to plan production levels. 2. **Capacity Planning**: Determine the production capacity needed to meet changing demands. 3. **Scheduling**: Plan the timing of tasks and resource allocation to ensure efficient workflow. 4. **Inventory Management**: Maintain optimal inventory levels to meet demand without overstocking. 5. **Supply Chain Management**: Coordinate with suppliers and logistics to ensure timely delivery of materials and products. 6. **Quality Control**: Implement .
Lastly, follow-up is an integral part of the feedback process. It demonstrates that you're invested in seeing the operational plan succeed and that your feedback wasn't just a passing remark. Check in on the progress of any changes you've suggested and offer further assistance if necessary. Following up can also provide an opportunity for additional feedback, creating a cycle of continuous improvement. This ongoing engagement can lead to a stronger operational plan and a more cohesive team.
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patrick serreau
Leader exploitation Chez XPO last Mile
D'après mon expérience, le suivi, est pris souvent à la légère. Il ne faut pas oublier le cœur de notre métier, la satisfaction client. Les délais, la non réponse, le temps ou notre client est dans le flou. Il faut suivre nos process, suivre notre travail pierre par pierre. Etre au près des équipes.
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Ysabel Leon Diaz
Industrial Engineer/Strategic consultant. Maintenance.
Estos seis puntos contribuyen significativamente al plan estratégico al proporcionar un marco sólido y orientado a la acción para su implementación. La comprensión clara de los objetivos estratégicos garantiza que cada acción esté alineada con la visión a largo plazo de la organización. La especificidad en las tareas operativas asegura una ejecución efectiva, mientras que el factor tiempo garantiza que se cumplan los plazos críticos. El diálogo abierto fomenta la innovación y la resolución de problemas, fortaleciendo así la estrategia. Ofrecer soporte y seguimiento continuo garantiza la adaptabilidad y la capacidad de respuesta del plan estratégico frente a los desafíos cambiantes, asegurando su relevancia y éxito a largo plazo.
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