Further adjustments to the operating model are central to the WBG Evolution agenda. We expect clear and concrete proposals for strengthening knowledge delivery and outcome orientation to be discussed at the Annual Meetings in Marrakech.
It should be made clearer how the many different groups producing relevant research and analytics point to a unitary vision for operations and engagements at the country, regional, and global levels. Impact evaluation and adaptive management have to become part and parcel of the WBG's modus operandi and accountability to all stakeholders.