French planning expects complete, systematic structures rather than partial or incremental approaches. Before addressing details, address the whole. Before planning specific tasks, have a complete conception of the project.
The French value la vue d’ensemble—the overall view—and expect plans to demonstrate architectural coherence. This means your proposal should address all major elements and their relationships, not just the parts you find most interesting. A plan that handles some elements while leaving others vague will be criticized as incomplete.
When developing plans, work on the comprehensive structure first, then fill in details. When presenting plans, demonstrate that you have considered the complete scope. When evaluating others’ plans, look for architectural coherence—do the pieces fit together? Does the plan address the whole?
The French distrust piecemeal planning that addresses fragments without overall conception. Show that you understand the complete architecture, and your planning will be trusted.
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