Charrier, Kim. "Strategic Management in Policing: The Role of the Strategic Manager." The Police Chief 71, no. 6 (June 2004): 60.
Abstract: Describes how strategic management can help shape the future of an organization and guide it through change. The author recommends assembling a small group of personnel to analyze operational functions, identify inefficiencies, review systems integration, and detect gaps in management communications, then develop a strategic plan for improvement.

Dobson, Paul et al. Strategic Management. Malden, MA: Blackwell Publishing, 2004.
Call Number: HD 30.28 .D62 2004
Abstract: Starts with an introduction to strategic management that includes information on the elements of strategy, mission statements, and strategy evaluation. Other chapters include situation analysis and business, corporate, and organizational strategy, as well as the management of strategic change, the future of strategy, and case studies.

Federal Bureau of Investigation. A Guide to Strategic Planning in the FBI. Washington, D.C.: Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Call Number: J 1.14/2:PL 2X
Abstract: This publication is undated, but probably published in the late 1980s. Though older, it contains information that can still be of use: a basic guide to writing a strategic plan, examples of past strategic objectives, and a section of commonly asked questions.

Habbel, Rolf W. The Human Factor: Management Culture in a Changing World. New York, NY: Palgrave McMillan, 2002.
Call Number: HD 30.28 .H26713 2002
Abstract: Originally published in German, this book won the 2001 Best Business Book award. It reminds the manager the importance of including the human element into long term planning.

Helms, Marilyn M. D. B. A. Encyclopedia of Management. Farmington Hills, MI: Gale Group, Inc., 2000.
Call Number: REF HD 30.15 .E49 2000
Notes: Located in the Reference Room.
Abstract: The editor bills the Encyclopedia of Management as an "alphabetical reference for management concepts." The concept of strategic planning is covered in a concise, yet thorough, manner beginning on page 875. It details strategic planning from the early beginnings through its heyday, eventual demise, and rebirth. A section on strategic planning tools includes charts, matrixes, formulas, and models, while another section covers implementation.

Katsioloudes, Marios I. Ph. D. Global Strategic Planning: Cultural Perspectives for Profit and Nonprofit Organizations. Woburn, MA: Butterworth-Heinemann, 2002.
Call Number: HD 30.28 .K3755 2002
Abstract: The author organizes the chapters into five sections to include an overview of strategic planning; formulation, implementation and evaluation, non-profit sector planning, and planning in the global environment. He tries to distinguish this book from other strategic planning texts by including more "practical information," focusing more on the non-profit sector, and including cultural perspectives and their importance in developing strategies.

Kilpatrick, Andrea, and Les Silverman. “The Power of Vision.” Strategy and Leadership. 33, no.2 (2005): 24(3).
Abstract: Operating without the feedback of profits and losses increases the need of a vision for the future in nonprofit organizations. The experience learned from developing visions for over 300 nonprofit organizations is shared, resulting in the best practices in strategy.

Loo, Robert. "The Delphi Method: A Powerful Tool for Strategic Management." Policing 25, no. 4 (2002): 762(8).
Abstract: The Delphi method, traditionally used in the technology, education, and healthcare fields, can be a powerful tool for helping police organizations forecast the future for strategic management and planning. It involves group communication that focuses on and comes to a consensus about a complex problem so that a consensus can be achieved about a future direction.

McNamara, Carter MBA PhD. "Strategic Planning ." [http://www.mapnp.org/library/plan_dec/str_plan/str_plan.htm]. 20 April 2005.
Abstract: Published as part of a free on-line management library, this paper on strategic planning was adapted from the author's guidebook Fieldguide to Nonprofit Strategic Planning and Facilitation. This condensed version lists the basics, provides links to more in-depth information, and finishes up with a list of related links.

NASA Headquarters Library. "Vision and Strategic Planning." [http://www.hq.nasa/gov/office/hqlibrary/ppm/ppm16.htm]. May 2005.
Abstract: A bibliography of strategic planning resources published on-line by the NASA Library. Contains a good selection of articles and books, along with several Internet sources.

Office of Strategic Planning. "Guidelines for Strategic Planning." [http://www.osti.gov/policy/library/sp-guide.html]. May 2005.
Abstract: An example of strategic planning by a government agency. These guidelines, compiled by the Department of Energy's Office of Strategic Planning, summarize their method in a 38-page document that outlines how they develop their mission statement, do situation analysis, create their vision, goals and objectives, and update their strategic plans.

Oldham, Scott. "One Step Ahead: Planning for Critical Law Enforcement Operations." Law and Order 49, no. 10 (October 2001): 140-143.
Abstract: Planning and training can bring order and resolution to situations and reduce risk for law enforcement officers. The author urges police departments to take more of a proactive rather than reactive stance toward critical incidents through planning and training.

Pettigrew, Andrew et al. Handbook of Strategy and Management. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage, 2002.
Call Number: HD 30.28 .H36 2002
Abstract: Provides an overview of the strategic management field, dividing it into four parts: "Mapping a Terrain;" "Thinking and Acting Strategically;" "Changing Contexts;" and " Looking Forward."

Porter, Michael E. et all. Harvard Business Review on Advances in Strategy. Boston, MA: Harvard Business School Press, 2002.
Call Number: HD 30.28 .H3786 2002
Abstract: Various contributors in the business field author chapters on strategy and the Internet; mapping strategy; simple rules for strategy; and others. Each chapter begins with an executive summary and many include diagrams, charts, and lists.

Ratcliffe, Jerry H. Strategic Thinking in Criminal Intelligence. Sydney, Australia: The Federation Press, 2004.
Call Number: HV 7936 .I57 S87 2004
Abstract: Collectively authored by leading specialists in the field of strategic criminal intelligence. Contributors from the Australian Crime Commission, National Criminal Intelligence Service, the Australian Federal Police, and others combine their insight and expertise. Of particular interest is a chapter on futures research that focuses on the role of criminal intelligence in effective planning and decision-making.

Richards, Robert B. M. S. "Planning for the Future." FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin 69, no. 1 (January 2000): 8-12.
Abstract: Contains basic planning procedures for handling future events and incidents. Also discusses testing the plan and overcoming negative perceptions about planning.

Talbot, Marianne. Make Your Mission Statement Work. United Kingdom: How to Books, Ltd., 2003.
Call Number: HD 30.28 .T26 2003
Abstract: Takes the reader through a six-step process of writing a mission statement, then living up to it. Includes chapters on "creating an ethos," and "understanding organizational values."

Walsh, William F. and Gennaro F. Vito. "The Meaning of Compstat: Analysis and Response." Journal of Contemporary Criminal Justice 20, no. 1 (February 2004): 51-69.
Abstract: Compstat is a strategic management process that uses information technology, managerial accountability, and operational strategy to achieve organizational goals. This article explains the principles and history behind compstat and analyzes its effectiveness.

Wheelen, Thomas L. and J. David Hunger. Concepts in Strategic Management and Business Policy. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall, 2002.
Call Number: HD 30.28 .W43 2002c
Abstract: Covers all the basics in strategic management: formulation, implementation, and case analysis. Also includes sections on "environmental scanning," not-for-profit organizations, and managing technology. Easy-to-read "textbook" format with many diagrams, tables, and illustrations--along with discussion questions and exercises.

Wiita, Richard. "Strategic Planning: A Tool for the Progressive Sheriff." Sheriff 56, no. 3 (May 2004-June 2004): 64(3).
Abstract: The author discusses the benefits of having a strategic plan for sheriffs that takes into consideration not only the department's goals, but also the "changing landscape." He then breaks the strategic planning process into nine steps and discusses each step.