Cost-benefit analysis
Alternative labels
Value proposition
Working paper
Relative welfare weights for individuals, consumers and producers
This paper applies the concept of an Inequality Deflator to evaluate the relative value of capital versus individual income.
Report
Towards a framework for identifying and measuring the benefits of accessibility
This paper expands how we think about the benefits of accessibility, moving beyond narrow economic measures to include social, participation and “capability” impacts. It shows how current approaches often undervalue accessibility because important benefits are not captured or measured.
Report
The economic and social benefits and costs of legalising recreational cannabis in Queensland: a preliminary examination
Cannabis has been consumed in Queensland in large amounts for many decades. However, consuming cannabis for recreational purposes is currently illegal. Queensland has the highest number of cannabis related arrests of any Australian state or territory, including for the past 15 years, with 23,850 arrests made in 2014-15. This puts it at odds with US...
Briefing paper
Principles of evidence-based policymaking
This paper argues policy and practice rooted in evidence can lead to better use of taxpayer dollars and better outcomes. It describes four principles of evidence-based policymaking that policymakers, agency heads and other public leaders can use to improve results in the public sector. These principles can serve as a foundation for a common policymaking...
Video
The value proposition
In The Value Proposition video, you will learn how Lean project delivery emphasizes customer concerns, innovation and value and how it replaces traditional delivery methods to result in improved project outcomes.