Key issues:

Unforseen project / integration challenges could arise during transition between the end of the construction stage and operational commencement. These could occur, for example, when the completion of scheduled tasks / deliverables are delayed typically resulting from resourcing constraints and / or technical complications. These types of issues can impact on service delivery performance and detract from achieving VfM outcomes. See Table 6.12 for the sub-issue and case study examples identified.

Table 6.12 Sub-issues Arising From Implementation of Transition Plan.

Sub-issues

Generic case study findings

-  Project / integration challenges

-  Ineffective implementation of transition plans can impact on operations as well as damaging relations between public and private partners

-  Serious issues can arise during transition periods that were not envisaged during the project's design and construction stages