Delivery management principles

Principle 8: Spend wisely

Last reviewed
5 August 2026

Manage money and commercial activity responsibly

We believe that delivery managers have a responsibility to ensure public money is invested and spent effectively. Every funding, commercial and delivery decision influences our ability to achieve policy intent, deliver user value and realise benefits.

Therefore we will understand our business cases, manage costs and commercial arrangements proactively, forecast with confidence, surface financial risks early, and ensure resources are directed towards the outcomes that matter most.