Public Sector is at a turning point—a point at which the sector can be redefined and its role fundamentally changed. Concerns over global financial conditions, governments’ willingness to change strategies, and openness among citizens to address their country’s financial health all point to an overwhelming need to redefine the role of the public sector.
Tough Choices Ahead: The Future of the Public Sector further explores results from The Wolf is at the Door the KPMG International study of 124 senior executives in the public sector from around the globe. This follow-up report examines the effects of the economic downturn on the public sector in six countries, including Canada.
Tough Choices Ahead: The Future of the Public Sector looks at a three-stage process to public sector transformation:
1. Short-term cost reduction
2. Efficiency improvement
3. Strategic transformation.