As described in Chapter 3 in the Public Value Scorecard text, the Department of Revenue in Minnesota implemented an invest/divest strategy in an attempt to change the oversight process. The purpose of this strategy was an attempt to critically examine the Department and its mission while directing internal resources to the highest priorities before requesting additional funding. In your initial post:
- Identify the strengths and weaknesses of the Department.
- Identify the outcomes which the Department and Division wanted to see accomplished and outcomes measured.
- List the pros and cons of implementing this strategy.
- How effective was this strategy? What risks were associated with implementing it?
In your reply posts, compare and contrast your conclusions and the rationale why you agree or reached different conclusions.