FY2006/07 to FY2008/09 - Department of Defence

chapter 6All capabilities will ensure that a core growth capability is maintained according toeach capability's unique role and function.PERFORMANCE AND SERVICE DELIVERY IMPROVEMENTThe subprogrammes of the Landward Defence Programme intend to improve theirperformance and service delivery as indicated in Table 6.3 below.ActivitiesPlanned Management InterventionAnticipated BenefitStatusStrategic Direction CapabilityAll chief directors, directors andgeneral officers commanding participatein a learning opportunityfacilitated by Financial Com-mitteeChair and SA Army BudgetManager addressing PFMA andNT related financial aspectsSenior management learningopportunity (Fin)One day learning opportunity,once a year during AprSenior members of SAArmy able to implement relevantregulations and managefinances accordinglyPlanned for Apr06 (first learningopportunity completedduringApr 05)Detail appreciation of capturedaudiences and other role playersthat influence the functioning ofthe SA ArmyCorporate Communication MasterPlanImproved communicationwith all publicsCurrentDetail inventory check of existingITDetail staff work to determinerealistic requirements andprioritiesIT Master Plan to be implementedEffective use of availableresources productive procurementof new hardwareCurrentDetail inventory check of existingVehiclesDetail staff work to determinerealistic requirements andprioritiesVehicle Master Plan to be implimentedImprovement of serviceabilityand optimised utilisationof available vehiclesCurrentReview alignment of policies,performance management andperformance agreementsImprovement of performanceagreementsInstitutionalisation of performancemanagement andallocated responsibility andaccountabilityCurrentControl system to confirm credibilityof HR planning by sub-ordinateBudget HoldersControl system to prevent overspending by Budget Holders onitems such as S & T, LeaveIncreased focus on Item 10(Personnel) ManagementReduction in doublebudgetingControl over discretionaryfunds, thus savingsincurredNo surplus funds at end offin year can thus be utilisedin operating budgetCurrentMapping, implementation andcontrol of processImplementation of capabilitymanagementIntegrated capability managementthat ensuresdevelopment and maintenancein accordance withArmy vision and requiredoutputCurrentTable 6.5Landward Defence Programme - Performance and Service Delivery Improvement48D E P A R T M E N T O F D E F E N C E