Planning should include

• creating timelines and schedules that reflect task sequencing and resource availability
• estimating costs and identifying funding or support sources
• identifying materials and ensuring their availability at key stages
• allocating resources based on needs, constraints, and priorities
• assigning duties to team members in alignment with skills and project requirements
• submitting a project plan with all components demonstrating readiness for execution.

Process/Skill Questions:

• How accurate does a cost estimate have to be?
• How can a leader estimate a schedule or timeline for a project?
• What existing resources can be leveraged, and what additional resources must be secured?