Performance Budgeting Implementation Challenges
In addition, it requires increased investment in acquiring sophisticated equipment and technology and in recruiting and training staff to meet the new performance needs. According to Robinson & Brumbly (2005), in order to achieve improvement in efficiency, effectiveness and equity, it is vital to create the right mix of quality staff, provide them with the necessary tools, equipment and technology as well as improve their general welfare by improving working environment and remuneration. Moreover, implementing reforms is not a one-time activity but an ongoing process. Implementing a large scale reform like a nationwide one poses a challenge in effective communication of performance objectives and goals to all stakeholders.
Specifically, in …show more content…
Foremost, to achieve the acceptance other departments and relevant stakeholders, it is necessary to outline and present to all stakeholders the long-term benefit of the project in terms of efficiency and effectiveness as well as long-term reduction in operation cost and improved relationship between police and communities. The challenge of high level of resource requirement can be addressed by proposing a multi-phased implementation strategy where implementation will be broken down into several phases to reduce the budget …show more content…
Efficiency entails in providing public services at the lowest cost without compromising quality. In performance budgeting, resources allocation is based on results. Efficiency will be achieved through performance management where all police tasks will be funded based on performance.
Effectiveness refers to the ability of police performance to meet expectations. Effectiveness would be achieved through reduced crime rates; feeling of safety, reduced victimization rates, high crime resolution /clearance rate and improved quality of life. Equity on the other hand refers to rectitude and fairness. This is attained by promoting collaboration between police and citizens. Showing fairness to staff and officers within police departments, to arrestees and crime victims promotes equity.
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Specifically, in …show more content…
Foremost, to achieve the acceptance other departments and relevant stakeholders, it is necessary to outline and present to all stakeholders the long-term benefit of the project in terms of efficiency and effectiveness as well as long-term reduction in operation cost and improved relationship between police and communities. The challenge of high level of resource requirement can be addressed by proposing a multi-phased implementation strategy where implementation will be broken down into several phases to reduce the budget …show more content…
Efficiency entails in providing public services at the lowest cost without compromising quality. In performance budgeting, resources allocation is based on results. Efficiency will be achieved through performance management where all police tasks will be funded based on performance.
Effectiveness refers to the ability of police performance to meet expectations. Effectiveness would be achieved through reduced crime rates; feeling of safety, reduced victimization rates, high crime resolution /clearance rate and improved quality of life. Equity on the other hand refers to rectitude and fairness. This is attained by promoting collaboration between police and citizens. Showing fairness to staff and officers within police departments, to arrestees and crime victims promotes equity.
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