$1.$Planning is often called the management function because it the basis for all the other things managers do as they organize, lead, and control$\mathrm{.}2.$Planning can be further defined in terms of whether it is or $\mathrm{.}3.$Managers should plan. Planning establishes effort$\mathrm{.}4.$Planning gives to managers and nonmanagerial employees.Planning reduces by forcing managers to look ahead, change, consider the impact of change, and develop appropriate responses