1. Define the relevant organizational problem you have selected to examine. This is a critical first step because the entire staff study is based on the identification of the problem. PROBATION PRE-TRIAL OFFICE
2. Discuss why it is an important issue for your agency by relating its impact on the mission and the objectives of the organization.
3. Explain how your approach will improve the situation or advance the state of knowledge on the issue.
4. The introductory chapter requires five types of information: