The first part of the year is often a time when organizations, departments,
teams and individuals focus on the future and establish goals and
accompanying plans that will create a road map for business and personal
success. SMART goals will provide greater opportunities for accomplishment
than those that are stated in a vague, general, or hopeful manner. The
acronym SMART spells out criteria for goals that are specific, measurable,
achievable, relevant and time-based.