This document outlines the key elements of an effective sales planning process. It discusses why planning is important, and introduces the 5W1H framework for sales planning which includes determining why to sell, what to sell, where to sell, when to sell, who to sell to, and how to sell. The document then provides more details on each element, such as defining sales silos and targets, conducting market and manpower planning, and translating the plan into tactics and strategy. The overall message is that a well-structured sales planning approach is necessary to achieve sales goals.