The work of the programme is conducted within four sub-programmes which are all conceived as operating over the duration of at least one phase of the programme. The purpose of this sub-programme is to provide methodologies for integrating information and expert opinion into structured decision support systems directed at achieving the best possible answer at the time and at informing researchers of the information needs required to improve answers in the future. The purpose of this sub-programme is to ensure that information and technology developed within the programme are transferred effectively to the appropriate users including researchers, managers and stakeholders. The third phase of the National Rivers Research Programme will be structured around five core modules. The holistic approach adopted in this programme increases the complexity of the work of the programme.
Effective management is therefore vital for the success of the programme.
The purpose of programme management can be broadly stated as providing the leadership, strategic direction and quality control required to achieve success. Programme increases the complexity of the work of the Programme, and therefore effective management is vital for the success of the Programme. The purpose of Programme management can be broadly stated as providing the leadership, strategic vision and direction, quality control and collaborative alignment required to achieve success. In view of the limited core finding, the latter is considered vital. To foster a vision of river management which motivated interested and affected parties to become involved and to participate constructively.