aim-centered planning

noun phrase

UK /eɪm ˈsɛntəd ˈplænɪŋ/

US /eɪm ˈsɛntərd ˈplænɪŋ/

Planning that starts with your goal and builds every step around it.

The team used aim-centered planning to make sure every task helped them reach their goal.

SYNONYMS

goal-focused planning objective-driven planning target-based planning purpose-led planning

RELATED WORDS

goal setting strategy roadmap prioritization

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A method where the desired result is chosen first and all activities are arranged to achieve it.

Aim-centered planning helped the school design lessons that all pointed to one clear learning goal.

3. A way of organizing work so that nothing is done unless it supports the main aim.

With aim-centered planning, the charity cut projects that did not fit its mission.

4. A personal approach to deciding steps by keeping the end goal in mind.

She used aim-centered planning to save money for a trip by setting a clear target and budget.