Page 3 by Franklyn Michael Supplementary Associate, CARICAD C ARICAD has developed a new paradigm for Public Sector Transformation. We base it on the following ideas: 1. There should be a Regional Model for Transformation 2. Transformation should be developed and implemented on a country-specific basis in each CARICAD member state but under a Regional framework 3. Transformation is not a destination but a continuous journey of change, adaptation and innovation 4. Transformation is cross-cutting and multi-faceted. It is not about a single subject or the work of a Transformation/Reform Unit in isolation 5. Transformation and Public Financial Management are inextricably interwoven CARICAD interprets Transformation in this manner: Public Sector Transformation is a continuous process of leading and managing change in the public service for innovative adaptation. The process is intended to enable delivery of services and results in a resilient and sustainable manner. Examination of that description leads to the conclusion that Transformation cannot be static or single-event-driven. CARICAD has concluded that in the past, Transformation was managed like an event that had a start date and end-date. It was promulgated as though there was a single goal, such as better customer service or right-sizing. Right-sizing usually meant reducing numbers on the payroll. Reduction in numbers sometimes occurred but that was usually in the core public service among Ministries and Departments but not in state-owned enterprises. That approach derived from imported models of thought. The record shows that much of what occurred as Transformation, did not accomplish the stated goals. CARICAD created the Charter for Caribbean Public Services in 2015 with an associated Implementation Guide. A schema for Transformation was • Continues on next page
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