3.13 The OGC began work on two initiatives that were proposed in 2007 but were subsequently abandoned. The OGC proposed a Mid-Career Development Scheme for commercial staff, which was discontinued in 2008-09 due to lack of demand. The OGC's Virtual Skills Academy was discontinued due to a lack of demand from departments and resource pressures. In addition, the OGC plans to set up a Career Management Scheme to improve the retention and development of commercial staff, who have potential for progression and promotion. This is currently under development.