For the successful implementation of ICIMOD's thematic and other action research programmes, the Centre's administrative support services will have a significant role to play. The Centre will thus continue to make investments to provide services comparable to those of other international agencies. The administrative services should not only include efficient management of the present physical facilities (such as offices, vehicle fleet, conference rooms, library, communications, and computer services) but also an efficient and prompt service to support the research and demonstration work at the Centre as well as in the member countries.
The Centre's financial management system will be further strengthened to meet the ever-demanding requirements of financial reporting for the donors, as well as to meet the demands of an effective management information system. A high standard of financial discipline will continue to be maintained. The Centre will endeavour to maintain a healthy financial base, which is quite essential for its organisational growth.
Overall, the Centre's administrative and financial services will be appropriately streamlined in order to facilitate effective programme implementation.