MiPlan gives the governor, agencies and cabinet members immediate access to, as well as the ability to measure, the progress and performance of the top initiatives. Through this tool, long-term strategic planning is incorporated into the day-to-day operations of government, ensuring not only a healthy balance of long versus short-term objectives, but also a planning process that can be continuously updated to account for rapid changes in Michigan's economy, budget and such.

There are currently more than 500 agency-specific initiatives being monitored by MiPlan. MiPlan was recognized in Michigan's most recent Government Performance Project grade, which noted that Michigan keeps moving toward its goals, targets and deadlines, in part, by keeping tabs on progress through MiPlan. It was noted that the MiPlan tool, which is accessible to all agencies and is monitored by the governor's policy staff, is unique to Michigan.