March 2008). In the presentational approach "information is not intended to play a role in the decision making and does not do so" (OECD. March 2008). The performance-informed approach utilizes information however, the information "does not determine the amount of resources allocated and does not have a predefined weight in the decisions" (OECD. March 2008). Lastly, direct performance "involves allocating resources based on results achieved" (OECD. March 2008). Clearly the direct performance approach provides the greatest utility for determining future funding levels yet, according to the United States Government Accountability Office (GAO), performance budgeting is used to identify potential impacts of a proposed policy change, make policy decisions that reduce cost while maintaining effectiveness, and make changes to improve program effectiveness. However, when determining funding levels and defining desired levels of service relative to funding,...
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