We implement a comprehensive strategic planning process in accordance with the prescribed rules and best practices to encourage the development and growth of public administration and related organizations. We also implement the process of evaluating acts.
The importance of planning, creating, and evaluating strategic documents
Strategic planning and drafting are the basis for the successful realization of local area development visions and goals. Strategic planning is essential to ensure compliance with objectives at the European, national, and county levels. The process enables not only coherence with higher strategic guidelines but also identifies the financial mechanisms needed to implement the proposed measures and activities. Evaluation ensures that strategic documents achieve their goals effectively, enabling timely adjustments and improvements.
The process of creating and evaluating strategic documents
Creating and assessing strategic documents for municipalities, cities, and counties (JLP(R)S) are essential processes that, through a detailed analysis of the current situation, participatory planning, and thorough evaluation, ensure guidance towards defined development goals with optimal use of resources.
Why to create
Reasons: legal regulations, the need to define the development direction, and a concrete plan at the level of municipalities, counties, and counties.
Production methodology
The strategic planning methodology begins with analyzing the current situation to identify critical needs and goals. The process includes participatory activities through workshops, interviews, and focus groups, ensuring the involvement of all stakeholders. An important step is alignment with the existing strategic framework and SWOT analysis to understand strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. At the end of the development, a framework with clear measures is created, along with establishing a framework for monitoring and evaluation, including key performance indicators.
Evaluation of strategic documents
Evaluating strategic documents is a critical step in the preparation and implementation phases.
During implementation, the evaluation process includes assessing the quality of document preparation, from analyzing the current situation and selecting goals to evaluating the financial impact and communication strategy. On the other hand, during and after the implementation of the document, the purpose of the evaluation is to assess whether the goals were achieved economically, that is, whether the implemented projects were implemented in such a way as to provide the best value for the invested funds.
Testimonials
S obzirom da nam danas završava ugovor za programiranje novog programa za razdoblje 2021.-2027. ovim putem vam želim zahvaliti na pomoći i podršci koju ste nam pružili u ovih zadnjih godinu dana, a i više ako računamo izradu teritorijalne analize. Vjerujem da smo našim zajedničkim radom i trudom uspjeli kreirati kvalitetan dokument koji je podloga za još bolji program i projekte u novom razdoblju.
Apsolon nas prati na već tri projekta i angažirali smo ga opet na novom projektu koji je sada u tijeku. Uvijek mu se iznova vraćamo zbog stručnosti kod pristupa različim vrstama projekata, lakoj i ljubaznoj komunikaciji, zbog oslonca koji pružaju u smislu da vode brigu oko rokova te sam time ja rasterećena tog velikog pritiska. Njihova izvrsnost je dokazana našom 100 % – tnom prolaznošću na projektima koje smo realizirali, a posebno naglašavam da je jedan od projekata proglašen najbolje provedenim u RH, a drugi je bio također među nekoliko najbolje odrađenih projekata. Zasluga je to Apsolon tima, njihovog susretljivog i uvijek idejno bogatog osoblja koje u svakom izazovu nađe put do pozitivnog rješenja. Inovativni i fleksibilni, strpljivi i ljubazni, stručni i proaktivni, hvala im na tome!
Suradnja s Apsolonom bila je izrazito uspješna, ponovno bismo ih anagažirali zbog kompetencija, iskustva, brzine usluge i načina pružanja usluge. Dodatna vrijednost bile nam su informacije o natječajima, edukacije o precedurama, propisima, dokumentaciji vezano uz korištenje bespovratnih sredstava koje smo dobili od Apsolona
Ukupan dojam je izvrstan. Rad s vašim timom je bio izrazito profesionalan, organiziran, bio nam je na raspolaganju u svakom trenu i imao odgovor na sve naše upite. Preporučili bismo vas za savjetnike.
Smatramo da je suradnja kroz cijeli projekt bila vrlo kvalitetna, prvenstveno jasnoća i jednostavnost komunikacije te stručnost vođenja procesa izrade dokumenta.
– Master plan gospodarskog razvoja Krapinsko-zagorske županije za 2021.-2027.
Apsolon se dokazao kao pouzdan partner koji će razjasniti stručna pitanja, pripremiti analize i moguća rješenja, odraditi s voljom i na vrijeme što smo dogovorili, a pri tome je suradnja vrlo ugodna i kooperativna. Podijelili su s nama znanje i iskustvo na EU projektima i javnoj nabavi te osigurali uvijek smiren i racionalan pristup svakom izazovu.
Savjetnici iz Apsolona su obradili ukupnu analizu gradske problematike, ali i dali vrlo moderna rješenja za određene izazove te se uspješno uključili u našu sadašnju situaciju i smjerove našeg razvoja. Temeljem više sastanaka i online konzultacija na kojima sam sudjelovao, moj je dojam da se vaši kolege u potpunosti poistovjetili sa životom i radom u Rijeci, ali i sa nekim potpuno novim temama – pandemijom, projektom Europske prijestolnice kulture nakon 2020. godine te digitalizacijom ili razvojem zelene infrastrukture. To je više nego profesionalno odrađen posao!
With Apsolon we have found a stable and reliable partner with local expertise and knowledge to help us achieve efficient outcomes.
Suradnja s Apsolonom je vrlo ugodna, partnerska suradnja, u kojoj stručni konzultantski tim uvijek ima spremno rješenje koje će zadovoljiti i želje klijenta i okvire projekta. Klijentu se maksimalno posvećuju i uvijek su na raspolaganju. Otvoreni smo za buduće suradnje s Apsolonom jer se radi o vrlo stručnom timu širokih kompetencija.
Preporučujemo Apsolon zbog ugodne suradnje i komunikacije od strane Apsolonovih djelatnika koji su uvijek dostupni za sva pitanja. Vrlo su odgovorni i u kratkom vremenu rješavaju sve upite, pripremaju potrebnu dokumentaciju i uvijek su na raspolaganju. Preporučamo Apsolon za svaki budući projekt.
Ponovno bismo angažirali Apsolon iz razloga što je suradnja bila tečna, informacije su kolale vrlo tečno i točno, uz uvijek ugodnu komunikaciju kako s Marinelom isto tako i s Mislavom. Sve što smo vidjeli kod apsolona je apsolutno bila visoka razina na koju do sada nismo naišli, tako da nemam posebnih preporuka za poboljšanje procesa, ostanite stručni i ažurni kakvi jeste. Dojam je izvrstan, čak toliko da mi je malo žao što smo završili. Sve preporuke svima za Apsolon, a nadamo se i daljnjoj suradnji.
Ovom prilikom želimo se zahvaliti na profesionalnoj suradnji i izvrsnim ostvarenim rezultatima cijelom Apsolon timu, s kojima smo uspješno surađivali tijekom provedbe projekta. Bilo je zadovoljstvo surađivati s vama!
Odlična i konstruktivna suradnja s voditeljima projekta od strane Apsolona koji su u svakom trenutku bili na raspolaganju. Dodana vrijednost je prijenos znanja, informacija, stručnih mišljenja i kreativnosti također od strane voditelja projekta Apsolona. Pohvala na strpljenju i razumijevanju. Svakako preporuka Apsolona za savjetnika.
Frequently asked questions
What are strategic documents?
Strategic documents are plans that determine the future direction of development of an area or organization. They analyze the current situation in detail and set goals for a certain period. They serve as a basis for decision-making, directing resources toward fulfilling the mission and vision.
What would be an example of a strategic document?
Strategic documents include national development plans, sectoral strategic documents, digital transformation strategies, short-term implementation programs and action plans, and many others. These documents serve as a framework for setting long-term, medium-term, or short-term goals and defining approaches for achieving them within a local or regional (regional) self-government unit or specific organization/institution.
How much time does it take to create a strategic document?
The time required to create a strategic document can vary significantly depending on the complexity of the objectives, the size and type of organization, and the depth of analysis needed. The process can take up to several months. Key factors affecting duration include the level of information available and the degree of stakeholder engagement. It is essential to ensure sufficient time for thorough analysis, consultation, and revisions to ensure the quality and relevance of the final document.
Who is responsible for creating strategic documents?
In Croatia, state institutions such as state administration bodies and local and regional self-government units (municipalities, cities, and counties) are responsible for drafting strategic documents. These documents help plan and implement policies and projects according to national goals and EU standards. For example, the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Tourism and Sports develop strategic plans to improve their sectors. At the same time, municipalities and cities prepare strategic documents to plan the development of their local environment.
Can changes be made to already completed strategic documents?
Changes to ready-made strategic documents are possible and necessary to ensure that plans remain relevant and aligned with changing conditions or new goals. The process includes evaluating and updating goals, strategies, and action plans.
Can public administrations and organizations independently prepare and evaluate strategic documents?
Public administrations and organizations can independently prepare and evaluate strategic documents. However, the responsible persons often need more internal capacity and time to develop key project activities, (in) project coherence at all levels, and open issues of state support. Hiring consultants improve the entire process and the successful preparation and implementation of a project in the public administration domain.