The organizations strategic plan is considered a long-term goal. In developing plans, consideration should be given to both shortterm and long-term goals and objectives. Short-term goals can include: Vital personnel, systems, operations, and equipment Priorities for restoration and mitigation Acceptable downtime before restoration to a minimum level of operations Minimum resources needed to accomplish the restoration Long-term goals and objectives can include: The organizations strategic plan Management and coordination of activities Funding and fiscal management Management of volunteer, contractual, and entity resources Source: NFPA 1600 Standard on Disaster/Emergency Management and Business Continuity, National Fire Protection Association, 2000 edition.