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    Investigating factors affecting strategic plan implementation at the Namibian Correctional Services
    (University of Namibia, 2021) Mwanyekange, Laina T.E.
    Most corporations face challenges in strategic plan implementation. Despite the existence of excellent strategic plans at Namibian Correctional Services, the successful implementation of these set plan remains a challenge due to various factors, some of which are not known to the organization. This study investigated the factors affecting strategic plan implementation at Namibian Correctional Services. It was felt necessary to carry out this study since the findings has the potential of benefiting the Namibian Correctional Services on how to successfully implement the strategic plans so as to improve the organizations’ performance and mandate. The study adopted a descriptive design, with a deductive approach. Quantitative data was collected through the use of questionnaires. The population of the study included employees of Namibian Correctional Services. The sample of the study was 176 chosen using purposive sampling technique. The pilot study was used to identify and rectify the shortcomings of the questionnaire before it was administered for the research. Data was analyzed using SPSS software. The major findings of the study indicated that the main factors hindering strategic plan implementation include commitment of both management and employees to the achievement of strategic plans, organizational culture, effective communication, the structure of the organization and the available resources to mention but a few. It was recommended that there should be open and effective communication to facilitate implementation of strategic plans. Also, commitment and involvement of both management and staff was to be improved. It was also recommended that management were to measure performance, supervise and control employees as well as giving feedback. In the researcher’s view, the aim of the study was achieved and this justified the study, therefore concluded that the aim of study was met.