Study on the administrative reforms of the Commission in relation to ABB/ABM

This study aims at evaluating the achievements of the Commissions administrative reform objectives presented in the 2000 White Paper, concerning the introduction of tools for the definition of priorities, and a better allocation and use of resources (ABM). It addresses the three main following topics:- state of the play as regards ABB-ABM, - effectiveness of the new structures and procedures put in place in that context, - inherent characteristics and efficiency of these new structures and procedures. The main conclusion is that, although a lot of progress has been made, the system is far from realising its full potential. Several improvements could enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the SPP/ABM cycle. The recommendations presented concern both the content and the organisation of the SPP/ABM cycle.