After Joining COST Infrastructure Transparency Initiative, What's Next?
Transparency and accountability in public infrastructure projects are crucial for fostering trust and ensuring the efficient use of public funds. To address these concerns, some nationals and sub-nationals have joined initiatives like the COST programme. COST aims to enhance transparency, promote accountability, and foster collaboration between government and the citizens they serve. But what happens after an entity joins the COST initiative, what should we expect? THERE’S A NEED TO DEFINE CLEAR OBJECTIVES OR SHARE THE ALREADY DEVELOPED ONES WITH CITIZENS. Before joining or at least once a member of COST, it's essential to define clear objectives. What specific outcomes do they hope to achieve through this initiative? Whether it's reducing corruption in infrastructure projects, improving project delivery timelines, or enhancing the quality of public assets, having defined goals is crucial for the success of this journey. ENHANCE DATA COLLECTION AND REPORTING One of the core...