New approaches to public sector supervision: The transition from market-oriented supervision to result-oriented supervision

Abstract

In recent years, some individual, but self-consistent changes have occurred in public administration. The changes observed in public administration also affect its understanding of supervision. One of the most striking changes in public administration is the relationship between the public sector and the market. Unlike the traditional approach, the new approach is fostered by market values. Another relevant development is that public administration focuses on results rather than processes. The ambition of public administration for the market and its transition to result-oriented supervision necessitate a method of supervision, which is conducted by assessing performance results on the basis of market values.