Public policy is considered a guiding framework for decision-making or a work methodology to achieve a targeted impact or change. Public policies support the political endeavors and regulatory directions of governments that have emerged in response to ever-changing global conditions.
The policy and decision-making process depends on developing a frame of reference that defines the relationship between policy-making and decision-making on the one hand, and strategic planning and performance measurement on the other hand, as they are closely interlinked.
The policy and decision-making processes are also consistent with the strategic planning and performance measurement processes according to the illustration shown below.