Question

Planning reduces creativity. Critically comment. (Hint: both the points - Planning promotes innovative ideas and planning reduces creativity - will be given).

Answer 1

Planning promotes innovation. The formulation of plans and policies is an intellectual process that requires creativity and innovation on the part of the managers. However, once a plan is formulated, the manager may not be able to change it. This rigidity creates hurdles when unforeseen changes come about and thereby reduces creativity.