In the EO planning process, what is the final step?

• A. Review results.
• B. Implement.
• C. Define the problem.
• D. Gather information.

Answer: (A)

Closing the loop by assessing outcomes is the final step in the EO planning process. After you define the problem, gather information, generate and evaluate options, and implement a chosen solution, you then review the results to see whether the objectives were met. This evaluation tells you what worked, what didn’t, and what adjustments are needed for future plans. Without this step, there’s no formal feedback to improve or decide if you should start another planning cycle. Early steps like defining the problem or gathering information set things up, and implementing puts the plan into action, but reviewing results is what determines the actual success and guides next steps.