The fourth achievement was questionable since the target was the issuing of 32 000 animal identification marks and the Department managed to issue 23 273 identification marks. The reason given was that the 32 000 target was predicted outside the control of the Directorate (Veterinary Public Health) that was involved with the issuing of animal identification marks, which does have the correct predictions on applications for identification marks. This emphasises the issue that has been highlighted regarding the Department's strategic planning process and setting of targets.