Chapter One The chapter basically focuses on giving an introduction on what is entailed in facilities planning. The basic concepts of facilities planning are broadly discussed, which include the definition of facilities planning, its significance, the objectives, the process, strategic planning, developing these strategies, and finally illustration of inadequate planning. The definition of facilities planning has been changing over time. Currently, it is considered to be a strategy, while in the past, it was a science. This subject has been controversial and highly popular since time immemorial. Facilities planning is a broad subject that has several applications. Facilities planning is significantly essential, especially in the supply chain, in relation to the customer. For instance, facilities planning comprises the location and