Policy needs can be derived from analysing the

Policy needs can be derived from analysing the current policy against the new
requirements. This will help identify gaps in the current policy. These gaps are
then addressed in the revised policy.
Policy improvement opportunities are based on new insights from the policy
analysis. Any change in the broader environment that impacts the
organisation can be seen as an opportunity for policy development. They can
also emerge because of new developments in the following areas:
 Organisational: Changes in the organisation can be an opportunity for
policy change. There can be a range of catalysts that trigger
improvement opportunities. These can include the following:
o Change in organisation structure
o New business
o New product
 Industrial: Change in industry norms and best practices are an
opportunity for policy change. Some of the catalysts can include the
following:
o Change in minimum wages rates
o Introduction of best practices
o New technology or techniques
 Social: Trends in society are a strong catalyst for change. Change in
public opinion on socially relevant topics finds its way into
organisational policies. These catalysts can include the following:
o Diversity and inclusion
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o Gender issues
o Organisational sustainability
1.3.2 Policy Improvement Needs and Opportunities
Policy findings and recommendation s
are the basis of the policy
improvement initiative. The analysis of
data and information gives insights
into areas that need improvement and
addresses gaps. The process of
analysing the report listing the
findings and recommendations has
been discussed in Subchapter 1.3.
Policy revision is a sensitive process as there are likely to be many opinions and
information to be discussed and agreed upon. Despite following the analysis
process diligently, it is possible that the changes are not implemented. One of
the key reasons could be that the key stakeholders cannot agree.
The policy analysis process discussed in the previous section must be diligently
followed. This helps make better decisions on policy improvements. The
following details must be documented and presented:
 Existing documents: Policy and process documents, policy audit reports
 Information and data can be gathered through documents, stakeholder
consultation, and surveys.
 Gap analysis: Areas where there is a need for improvement or an
opportunity for development
 Findings: The results of the study with descriptions
 Supporting Evidence: Evidence that supports the finding
 Recommendation: Policy change suggestions that are based on the
findings. This includes additional information on how these
recommendations would support organisational requirements and
goals. The recommendations can also be supported by SWOT Analysis,
Cost and Benefit Analysis or Root Cause Analysis.