Are the standards appropriate for the stated objectives", is a question applicable during the following step:

Question

Establishing the performance standards

Measuring the real performance

Evaluating the deviations

Taking corrective actions

Answer 1

Yes, the question "Are the standards appropriate for the stated objectives?" is applicable during the step of establishing the performance standards. This is because in this step, the organization or individual is setting the standards or criteria against which the performance will be measured. Consequently, it is relevant to evaluate whether these standards are appropriate in relation to the stated objectives.

For the steps of measuring the real performance, evaluating the deviations, and taking corrective actions, the question may not be directly applicable. These steps involve assessing the actual performance against the established standards, identifying any deviations from the desired performance, and taking corrective actions to address those deviations. However, if the performance standards are found to be inappropriate or not aligned with the stated objectives during these steps, it may be necessary to revisit the question and make any necessary adjustments to the standards.