Operational planning and follow-up

What is operational planning at KI? 

Operational planning is a process for planning and describing the work of the organisation to achieve its goals. The goals are based on KI's vision and strategy and form the basis for the planning carried out in each part of the organisation, such as departments or offices within the Professional Services. Clear planning creates better conditions for efficient use of resources, continuous improvement of operations and compliance with regulatory requirements. In this way, operational planning also becomes an important basis for dialogue and follow-up between different functions, such as campus groups, collegial bodies, operational support and university management.

Continuous and coordinated process 

During the autumn, the University Board decides on budget frameworks and planning conditions for the state grants allocated to KI for the coming year. The President then decides on common guidelines as a starting point for the planning process. The guidelines describe the direction and areas central to KI's continued development, the mission of the organisation and other conditions. 

Operational planning is then coordinated in campus groups, at departmental level and within the Professional Services and in the Faculty Board. The planning documents concrete measures at various organisational levels. In connection with the planning, risks that may affect the organisation's ability to fulfil its mission are also identified. Risks must be managed in accordance with KI's risk management guidelines, which form a central part of the internal governance and control process. 

Follow-up and annual report 

Follow-up of the operations will take place through dialogues between operational representatives and management continually over the year. These dialogues form the basis for further development and contribute to increased transparency and participation in the university's strategic development work. The results of KI's operations and financial position are followed up annually in the annual report, which is decided by the University Board and sent to the government by 22 February at the latest.