We believe blueprints are a key part in setting out the operating model for each function, and an important control tool for managing the relationships between functions and departments. Once they are in place it will be easier for functions to collaborate and share best practice, as well as work together on common issues. The Cabinet Office told us that the development of blueprints across all the functions will be an important part of the next year and that it already has a lot of activity ...

We believe blueprints are a key part in setting out the operating model for each function, and an important control tool for managing the relationships between functions and departments. Once they are in place it will be easier for functions to collaborate and share best practice, as well as work together on common issues. The Cabinet Office told us that the development of blueprints across all the functions will be an important part of the next year and that it already has a lot of activity underway to ensure that these are not delayed further.30 Type: conclusion | Number: 16 | Response status: not_addressed Government response: 5.1 The government disagrees with the Committee’s recommendation. 5.2 The Cabinet Office confirms that Heads of Function are committed to formulating, implementing and publishing their own capability blueprints (strategic plans), and recognises that functions will need additional time beyond April 2