Derasat holds institutional strategic planning seminar

TDT | Manama                                   

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

The Bahrain Center for Strategic, International, and Energy Studies (Derasat) organised a seminar titled ‘The Role of Strategic Planning in Institutional Work’, under its ‘Think Talks’ lecture series, yesterday in its headquarters in Al-Awali.

Participants included representatives of various organisations in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The seminar featured four topics: the historical development of strategic thinking; the importance of strategic thinking in implementing institutional plans, as envisioned by the Bahraini Society for Strategic Planning; the role of strategic planning in addressing challenges, as experienced by the Bahrain Airport Company; and strategic planning’s contributions to achieving organisational goals, as implemented by the Labour Fund, Tamkeen.

Dr. Hamad Ebrahim Al-Abdulla, Executive Director of Derasat Center, explained the historical development of strategic thinking; explored the concept’s development and its significance in ancient conflicts; and emphasising its connection to military organisation and planning.

He also shed light on the early writings related to strategic planning in ancient China and Athens, tracing its evolution from the Middle Ages to present day. Strategic planning has gained prominence as an essential component of politics, economics, and institutional management, serving as a vital tool for both individual and institutional success.

Mrs. Samaa Yousef Al-Raees, President of the Bahraini Society for Strategic Planning, presented the importance of strategic planning in implementing institutional plans. She stressed the instrument’s significance in achieving organisational goals, fostering competitiveness, and successfully navigating complex work environments.

The presentation covered the effective formulation of strategies, aligning organisational goals with strategic initiatives, and the exchange of ideas and scientific methods applicable to strategic planning across diverse organisational settings.

Mrs. Al-Raees also highlighted the BSSP’s pivotal role in promoting strategic management, providing support to local organisations and individuals, and facilitating the development of management and strategic planning skills.

The third topic discussed the role of strategic planning in addressing challenges through the experience of the Bahrain Airport Company, presented by Mrs. Leena Ahmed Faraj, Vice President of Strategic Implementation and Business Development at the Bahrain Airport Company.