Sr.
No.
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Basis
of
Difference
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Planning
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Controlling
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1.
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Meaning
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Planning is deciding in advance what to do, how to
do, when to do it and who is to do it.
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Controlling measures the deviation of actual
performance from the standard performance and takes corrective actions.
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2.
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Objectives
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The main objectives is to set goals and choosing
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The main objective is to ensure that the targets
must be achieved as per the plans.
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3.
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Area
of function
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It includes setting objectives Identifying
alternate course of action Select the best plan
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It Includes Fixation of standards, Measurement of
actual performance.
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4.
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Factors
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Internal as well as external factors are
considered while setting targets.
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It takes care of Internal as well as external
factor for taking corrective action.
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5.
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Order
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It is the starting point of management. Other
functions depends on Planning.
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It follows all other functions. It is an end
function of Management Process.
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6.
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Nature
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It is continuous in nature. Planning will never
come to an end till the organization exists.
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It is a process which starts once the actual
target is achieved.
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