A procedure for achieving a desired end (6)

I believe the answer is:

tactic

(Other definitions for tactic that I've seen before include "A TT C-i-C (anag.)" , "A manoeuvre or planned action" , "Skilful move or plan" , "Ploy, strategem" , "Manoeuvre designed to outwit enemy" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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