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

Create a 350- to 700-word handout that summarizes the process of addressing facility planning needs. Include the following in your handout:

Describe the steps of facility planning.

Explain the importance of pre-design planning.

Explain the rationale (or decision process) when determining whether to renovate or replace a health care facility.

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

Format your assignment according to APA guidelines.