Factors Influencing the Implementation of Strategic Plans in Small Manufacturing Firms in Nairobi County

An organization’s ability to implement its strategy successfully is a result of overcome obstacles leading poor implementation. However, myriad factors can potentially affect the process by which strategic plans are turned into organizational action. This study sough determine influencing implementation in small manufacturing firms Nairobi County. Specifically, examined effect innovation, leadership and culture on The was informed Contingency theory. adopted descriptive survey research. targeted 50 Purposive sampling used select manager supervisor each firms. A sample size 100 respondents used. multiple regression analysis establish relationship between institutional plans. SPSS statistical software analyze data. results indicated that innovation positively significantly related. Strategic Lastly, showed organization concluded influence recommends firms’ should understand role play management organizations. They be position build aligned they adopt. managers also develop coordinate all other resources attain desired goals. determines success or failure plan. Key words: Innovation, Leadership Organizational Culture, Plans & Small Manufacturing Firms