There are a number of factors that impact or shape how programs function in their setting and how they deliver services.

There are a number of factors that impact or shape how programs function in their setting and how they deliver services. A good leader or manager understands that part of his or her job and role includes an ability to understand the landscape of the community served, including funding and policy changes. For this assignment, you will address key factors that impact decision-making and service delivery practices for your selected organization. Keep in mind that key factors may be external forces or internal issues, or some combination of these elements.

In this assignment, you will be demonstrating your organizational policy-writing skills through addressing the following course competencies:

• Analyze the trends and competitive forces that influence community-based organizations.
• Analyze how the skills of the leaders affect human services organizations.