For departments to be able to report intelligently and systematically on performance instead of just on their activities, supporting monitoring and evaluation systems and information systems are a prerequisite. The following steps will be necessary:
• | The clarification of goals in strategic and operational plans. |
• | The development of performance indicators and targets for all programmes. |
• | The adaptation or development of information systems to capture appropriate performance data. |
• | The introduction of a regular evaluation programme in respect of all major programmes. |
• | The integration of the various planning and evaluation processes of Government so that the information flow through the system is well coordinated. |