OGSM Framework Quiz

What does OGSM stand for in the context of strategic planning?

• Organizational Growth and Success Metrics

• Objectives, Goals, Strategies, and Measures

• Operational Guidelines for Strategic Management

• Outcome-Generated Strategic Mapping

In the OGSM framework, what comes after setting Objectives?

• Goals

• Strategies

• Measures

• Tactics

What is the purpose of cascading strategic objectives to MUs?

• To create confusion within the organization

• To ensure that each MU aligns its activities with the organization's overall strategy

• To bypass the need for strategic planning

• To encourage MUs to develop their independent strategies

Which component of OGSM focuses on the "how" of achieving the objectives?

• Objectives

• Goals

• Strategies

• Measures

What are Goals in the OGSM framework?

• Quantifiable, time-bound targets that support the objectives

• The long-term vision of the organization

• Strategies to achieve the objectives

• Key performance indicators (KPIs)

Which component of OGSM helps in measuring progress and success?

• Objectives

• Goals

• Strategies

• Measures

What does the "M" stand for in OGSM?

• Methodology

• Monitoring

• Management

• Measures

In OGSM, what do Strategies refer to?

• Specific road we choose to achieve the goals

• The long-term vision of the organization

• The core values of the company

• The overall mission statements

Why is cascading important in the strategic planning process?

• It eliminates the need for MUs to have their strategies.

• It ensures that strategic objectives are translated into actionable plans at all levels of the organization.

• It reduces the involvement of top management in the planning process.

• It allows MUs to create entirely independent strategies.

Is OGSM a top-down or bottom-up approach?

• Top-down

• Bottom-up

• Both, depending on the organization's structure and approach

• Neither, as OGSM does not relate to the direction of planning