Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify and source information needs
- Collect, analyse and report information
- Use management information systems
- Management information systems are used effectively to store and retrieve data for decision making.
- Technology available in the work area/organisation is used to manage information efficiently and effectively.
- Recommendations for improving the information system are submitted to designated persons/groups.
- Prepare business plans/budgets
- Individuals/teams are involved in business plan/budget preparation in a way which uses their contribution effectively and gains their support for the outcomes.
- Business plans/budgets are prepared and presented in accordance with the organisation's guidelines and requirements.
- Contingency plans are prepared in the event that alternative action is required.
- Prepare resource proposals
- Resource planning data is collected in consultation with colleagues, including those who have a specialist role in resource management.
- Estimates of resource needs and utilisation reflects the organisation's business plans, and customer and supplier requirements.
- Proposals to secure resources are supported by clearly presented submissions describing realistic options, benefits, costs and outcomes.