In today's fast-paced business landscape, accurate financial management is the cornerstone of stability and growth. Unlike traditional approaches, BRS goes beyond mere budgeting. Our cutting-edge system, which draws inspiration from the prestigious World Bank, seamlessly integrates medium-term expenditure frameworks with the annual budgeting process to ensure a comprehensive and strategic approach to financial management.

Here's how BRS works:

9–12 months before the fiscal year:

The cabinet and spending agencies engage in comprehensive deliberations to establish sector priorities.
The MFPU (Macro Fiscal Policy Unit) estimates resource availability for the next three years, providing a clear roadmap for sustainable growth.
The MFPU meticulously assesses the fiscal impact of new revenue and expenditure estimates, ensuring a solid foundation for financial planning.
Spending agencies collaborate with MFPU to cost existing initiatives and identify fiscal space for new initiatives
The budget team prepares medium-term strategy budget guidelines, encompassing a provisional aggregate expenditure and ceiling at the agency level for the upcoming fiscal year and the following two fiscal years.
In addition, the budget team would incorporate output, outcomes, and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) that are directly linked to measuring the efficacy of strategic priorities.

6–9 months before the fiscal year:

The MFPU present an in-depth fiscal analysis to the cabinet, comparing the current medium-term budget expenditure with the previous one and providing transparent explanations for any changes, in addition to assessment of compliance with fiscal rules and emerging fiscal risks`
The cabinet reviews MFPU’S submissions and provides strategic directives
The cabinet approves the resources, including a hard ceiling to cap expenditures for the total budget as well as specific levels for each ministry for the next fiscal year.
An indicative forward estimate is also provided for the subsequent two fiscal years.
The updated medium-term budget strategy is approved by the cabinet and submitted to parliament for information, creating a transparent and accountable financial planning process.
Spending agencies are promptly provided with the approved guidelines to prepare their three-year budget submissions, guided by expenditure ceilings and strategic priorities.

3-6 months before the fiscal year:

The Finance Ministry thoroughly reviews spending agency submissions, meticulously assessing alignment with priorities and expenditure ceilings.
Minor differences are ironed out through productive meetings, ensuring a harmonious and cohesive financial plan.
Any significant matters affecting funding or other differences are referred to the cabinet for swift resolution.
The Finance Ministry then consolidates all inputs and prepares the final budget, incorporating revisions and directives from the cabinet.

0-3 months:

The cabinet meticulously reviews the budget, endorsing the expenditure ceilings and formally submitting it to parliament for approval.
Spending agencies revise their sector strategies and meticulously prepare business plans that align seamlessly with the indicative expenditure ceilings.
To ensure accountability, the agencies and ministries sign a performance agreement with the Minister of Finance, clearly indicating the desired results (outputs and outcomes) that will be achieved through the allocated funds.

Performance Management

In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we understand that measuring performance is the key to propelling forward. Our innovative BRS emphasizes a rigorous review of results to know whether the government is getting value for money.

Gathered around the table, the cabinet chaired by the chief executive convenes semiannually to meticulously scrutinize the implementation of the performance agreement, delving into the following crucial aspects:

Progress against targets: We leave no stone unturned in assessing the strides made towards our ambitious goals. Our meticulous analysis ensures that every milestone is accounted for, providing a clear picture of our journey towards success.
Previous corrective action implementation status: We believe in learning from the past to shape a brighter future. Our review delves into the effectiveness of corrective measures taken, ensuring that we continuously refine our strategies for optimal outcomes.
The likelihood of achieving targets on time Anticipation is the key to success. Our expert evaluation not only gauges our progress but also forecasts the likelihood of achieving targets within the designated timeframe. This foresight empowers us to make informed decisions and take proactive measures to stay on track.
Agency performance rankings: Excellence deserves recognition. Our performance review includes a comprehensive ranking system, acknowledging the agencies that have excelled in their endeavors. This fosters healthy competition and inspires a culture of continuous improvement.
Remedial measures to be implemented before the next meeting: We believe in seizing every opportunity to enhance our performance. The review identifies areas that require immediate attention and formulates remedial measures to be implemented before the next gathering. This ensures that we are always one step ahead, constantly evolving and adapting to the ever-changing landscape.

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