Kaily Bach was recently promoted to the managing director's position at Big Wheel Bikes, Inc. Kaily was told by her boss that she received the promotion because he believed she had the management...

Kaily Bach was recently promoted to the managing director's position at Big Wheel Bikes, Inc. Kaily was told by her boss that she received the promotion because he believed she had the management skills necessary to help the company become more efficient and effective.  During her first week, Kaily first compared the actual revenues and expenses of the company with desired results. She also met with employees to get their feedback and suggestions.  Armed with this information, she formulated the future course of action for Big Wheel Bikes. One of her short-term goals is to provide the employees of Big Wheel Bikes with flexible working schedules. Another short-term goal is to create business lunches, in which groups of five employees meet over lunch to discuss organizational objectives. Kaily is confident she can lead the company into a prosperous future.

Refer to Big Wheel Bikes, Inc. Which managerial function is Kaily performing when she compares the actual revenue and expense analysis with desired results?