Answer & Explanation: When planning a procurement, it is useful to at least conduct a make or buy analysis which aids in determining the most cost effective approach, to consult and liaise with in-house experts in the departments of procurement, human resource, and legal, and also to insure the sponsor of the project signs off on the procurement plan. The goal of procurement planning is to increase the transparency and predictability of the procurement process while also deciding on what to buy, when and from what source.