. The Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (MFPED) have an automated Output Budgeting Tool which provides a systematic link between funds and outputs. The OBT is a reporting mechanism for all departments to the MFPED and the OPM and it provides the framework for budget formulation& execution, performance reports, and performance contracting. The tool enables them to track budgets, expenditure, key outputs, project procurement, implementation timelines, contract management and progress against the work plan as per performance contract.