How to be transparent and forward-looking

- I've often heard of situations…where forecasts are wildly inaccurate or inflated…or not based on evidence…and, therefore, are completely unachievable.…Part of the reason is that sometimes…forecasters simply needed to gain funding for the project,…and there's no intention to measure their achievement…after the project.…As a result, very little importance…is placed on the accuracy and transparency…of these forecasts.…So let's now take a look…at how the organization can support…transparency of information…and adopt a forward-looking approach.…

Transparency is based on open and honest forecasting…and reporting with very clear visibility…of the link from the strategic objectives…to the benefits for each individual project.…To achieve this, benefit owners are expected…to provide evidence-based forecasts…with accurate benefits tracking and reporting…throughout the project.…In addition, all projects should be able…to clearly demonstrate how their outputs…will contribute to specific strategic objectives,…providing visibility to ensure no double counting…