It is important that executives and senior-level leaders provide techniques to expand their capacity to not only think strategically, but to act strategically. It is not enough to be able to merely respond to situations; rather, it is imperative that events be anticipated and that trends be evaluated for their potential impact on the organization. Performance measurement is used in conjunction with strategic planning to ensure that planning goals are met. Performance must be measureable and tracked to ensure that the strategic plan is being adhered to and is still relevant to the success of the organization. It is essential for leadership to work collaboratively with all tiers of an organization in order for the vision and mission of the organization to be actualized. None of this can be achieved without collaboration