After working in facility design for many years, you have become well-known in the industry. Your manager has asked you to create either a paper or short handout that new employees can refer to as the

After working in facility design for many years, you have become well-known in the industry. Your manager has asked you to create either a paper or short handout that new employees can refer to as they receive training through the company. This paper or handout should guide new employees through the process of facility planning.

Create a 350- to 525-word paper or handout that summarizes the process of addressing facility planning needs. Include the following in your paper or handout:

• Describe the steps of facility planning.
  • Consider listing the steps involved in facility planning as part of your description.
• Explain the importance of pre-design planning.
• Explain the rationale (or decision process) when determining whether to renovate or replace a health care facility.

Note: A handout can be a flyer, brochure, poster, etc.

Cite at least 2 peer-reviewed, scholarly, or similar references.

Format your assignment according to APA guidelines.