Strategic planning (SP) is a popular instrument within public organizations. Despite its popularity, it remains unknown whether SP actually ‘works’ in a public sector setting. This article presents insights based on three empirical articles and interviews with five expert stakeholders in Flemish municipalities. These insights suggest that SP is more than a fad and can contribute to positive outcomes. However, this contribution is contingent upon the behavior underlying the SP process.

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hdl.handle.net/1765/100624
Public Money and Management: integrating theory and practice in public management
Erasmus School of Social and Behavioural Sciences

George, B. (2017). New development: Does strategic planning “work” in public organizations? Insights from Flemish municipalities. Public Money and Management: integrating theory and practice in public management, 37(7), 1–4. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1765/100624