Table 1.

Advantages of traditional strategic planning workshop versus Web-based discussions

Strategic Planning Efforts	Feature	Advantage
Traditional workshop	Cloistered	Undivided attention to focus on specific questions
	Fixed end date/time	Maintenance of motivation and momentum
	Face-to-face discussions	Enhanced focus
Web-based discussion	Open access	Access to a vast pool of participants and expertise
	Extended timeframe	More time for generation of ideas and discussion
	No travel requirements	More cost-effective (time and effort) for participants and organizers