MAREVA methodology is an innovative and successful approach for assessing the value of public sector transformation projects. It was introduced in 2005 by the French eGovernment Agency (ADAE) as part of implementing a new French law on public finances (the LOLF), which changes the state’s budgetary processes and performance management. MAREVA helps administrations prioritize and manage initiatives, evaluate alternatives, and commit project leaders to concrete objectives. The methodology aims to provide a more balanced assessment of costs, benefits, value, and risk to prioritize and manage project portfolios better.
MAREVA methodology is based on “return on investment (ROI) calculations for large public projects and comparable approaches in the private sector.” It focuses on four main aspects to analyze the impact of various government e-services. The first aspect is investment objectives and their alignment with the missions of the investor. The second aspect focuses on monitoring the level of risk associated with the project. The methodology considers different types of risks, including human, financial, technical, and organizational. The third aspect is related to defining project benefits and goals with appropriate indicators showing the realization of progress. The fourth and final aspect focuses on expected benefits and their coverage of investment and costs.
MAREVA methodology provides a predefined method and tool to assess the value of an e-government project with a more holistic approach. It considers the project’s external and internal aspects, including benefits for individual users (citizens), organizations, and business entities, as well as elements of public sector employees and public administration. By using ROI, the methodology helps in comparing projects and controlling risks. Overall, MAREVA contributes to the shift towards result-based management of budgets in public administrations, enabling better prioritization and management of project portfolios.
By exploring the MAREVA Methodology category, IT leaders can gain insights into the methodology’s use in prioritizing and managing project portfolios for public sector transformation projects. The resources and insights available in this category can provide guidance on implementing the methodology, assessing risks, and defining project benefits and goals to ensure effective and valuable e-government programs.
How do they create a business case to manage IT investments in France? How do they measure business value created? MAREVA! This presentation provides an overview to MAREVA – good to get a taste of a good IT Management methodology and framework.
