1. Make an email to your CEO asking for approval on the resource plans developed. Ensure you include questions asking for use of any existing resources within your business and approval for purchasing and procuring new resources as needed.

(Resource plan :

The total budget for the resources allocated is $20,600. The time required for use of the resources will vary depending on the resource. The Kiln will be required for an ongoing basis as it is part of the business's long-term plans. The staff training needs to be completed as soon as possible so that the new machinery can be used. The recruitment company will be used for a single project, to recruit staff for the new positions opened. The Subscriptions to software and Canva and other social platforms will also be used on an ongoing basis as part of the business's long-term plans.)