A1.16 The use of standard 'pro forma' documentation can be helpful for appraising small expenditure proposals. A 'pro forma' approach is very useful where there are a substantial number of small appraisals with similar characteristics. 'Economic Appraisal: The Basic Steps' (see pages 9 & 10 above) serves as a summary of the kind of issues that should generally be addressed in a pro forma, but clearly there is a need to tailor forms specifically to suit particular programmes and projects. For example, the appraisal of small grants can be facilitated by designing application forms so that they provide the information that funding bodies need to appraise them. (See 4.1.11-13 above for elaboration).
A1.17 The pro forma approach has been applied in practice to small projects in numerous areas, and SGHD economists can assist with their design.