Value for Money in Government: Norway 2013
This report presents the results of the assessment of the organisation of the central government of Norway. The study looks at reforms that are aimed at improving the quality of services (more value) and efficiency (less money) in central government. Starting with facts and quantitative benchmarks on the Norwegian central government, the study reviews recent reforms in Norway, and makes recommendations in ten selected areas. The study concludes with a survey of the effects on the quality of services and the potential savings.
Areas of current reform in Norway and recommendations for the future
This chapter presents ten reforms or reform trends that are particularly interesting for Norway. Two reforms focus on policy development, seven focus on operational management and support services, and one focuses on administrative supervision and regulation.