The translation of these goals to attaining optimal outcomes requires a structured approach at all levels of an organisation. The structure used by the Department culminated in devising seven programmes (Administration; Legal, Authorisation and Compliance; Oceans and Coasts; Climate Change and Air Quality Management; Biodiversity Conservation; Environmental Programmes; and Chemicals and Waste Management) with relevant performance indicators and targets, which are carefully crafted to attain the three priority goals (highlighted above).