Catalyst Projects

For when reforms are approved but never put into practice. We design the implementation of better regulation across the whole cycle, from Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) to regulatory delivery, so that it becomes part of the way each institution regulates. We also support the design and application of specific regulations, from drafting to compliance. Each project is adapted to the institution's priorities and seeks solutions that work in practice.

Catalyst Projects
What we offer

What we do in Catalyst Projects

We support public administrations in leading consultations, improving regulatory drafting, monitoring reform progress, and strengthening institutional delivery. We also assist private sector and civil society actors in effectively engaging with regulatory processes, ensuring diverse voices are reflected in policymaking.

  • Stakeholder engagement & public consultation design

    Well-designed consultation improves the quality of regulation and makes compliance easier. We support the design and conduct of accessible, relevant and inclusive consultations that provide useful information for decision-making.

    • Developing consultation strategies tailored to the policy and institutional context
    • Identifying and engaging key stakeholders across sectors
    • Designing digital and hybrid consultation tools, including AI-assisted interfaces
    • Designing consultation questions and documents to improve clarity and accessibility
    • Analysing responses and producing insights that inform decision-making

  • Implementation of Better Regulation tools

    We turn institutional design into action. PAARS supports governments in the effective implementation of key Better Regulation tools, ensuring that regulatory frameworks are applied with technical rigor, a practical approach, and strategic value.

    • Application of tools such as RIA, cost-benefit analysis (CBA) or the Standard Cost Model (SCM)
    • Carrying out public consultation processes on specific regulatory projects
    • Ex post evaluation of regulations in force, to find out whether they achieve their objective
    • Incorporating risk-based approaches to facilitate oversight and compliance
    • Operational training for teams responsible for using these tools
    • Technical support throughout the regulatory cycle, from planning to reporting

  • Administrative burden reduction and simplification

    Regulation should be efficient, not burdensome. We help identify and eliminate unnecessary procedures and redesign those that remain with an agile and proportionate approach, to improve efficiency and compliance.

    • Mapping administrative procedures to identify bottlenecks
    • Designing strategies such one-stop shops, digitisation, and optimised workflows
    • Assessing impact of administrative burdens on SMEs, vulnerable groups and general population

  • User-centred public service design

    Public services work best when designed around the people who use them. PAARS supports the transformation of service delivery by helping institutions identify the difficulties users face and redesign interactions with government in ways that are simpler, more intuitive, and more responsive.

    • Redesign of in-person and digital services based on user-centric design principles.
    • Identification of friction and barriers in the user experience through behavioural economics approaches and user experience (UX) design tools.
    • Incorporation of simplification strategies and behavioural nudges to improve interaction with the government.
    • Design of more accessible, empathetic, and effective flows, interfaces, and processes for citizens.

  • Implementation plans

    We help governments translate policies into action through operational plans and realistic implementation strategies that make regulation work in practice.

    • Development of action plans and roadmaps for implementation
    • Inter-agency coordination between ministries, agencies, and supervisory bodies
    • Direct technical assistance to implementation teams
    • Identifying gaps and proposing corrective actions during rollout

  • Regulatory delivery and risk-based regulation

    A regulation only achieves its objective if it is applied well. We work with regulators and inspection authorities on what happens after a rule is adopted, with a risk-based approach: concentrating effort where risk is highest and easing the burden where it is lowest.

    • Licences, permits and authorisations according to the level of risk
    • Risk-based inspections and enforcement: planning, case selection and checklists
    • Compliance promotion strategies and guidance for regulated entities
    • Fair, proportionate and enforceable compliance mechanisms
    • Coordination between authorities that inspect the same regulated entities
    • Indicators to measure the results of regulatory delivery

  • Monitoring and evaluation

    To ensure long-term effectiveness, regulation must be tracked, evaluated, and adapted. We help governments monitor performance and make data-driven improvements over time. Our services include:

    • Defining performance indicators and tracking frameworks.
    • Designing evaluation methodologies and feedback loops.
    • Assessing regulatory outcomes across sectors.
    • Identifying implementation gaps or unintended effects.
    • Recommending adjustments to keep policies fit for purpose.

  • Consultation support for private sector and civil society

    Participating in regulatory consultations can be complex. We help businesses, SMEs, professional and industry associations and civil society actors engage effectively and constructively in policy processes.

    • Analysing draft regulations to assess risks and opportunities
    • Reviewing proposals and preparing written submissions
    • Advising on engagement strategies and formats
    • Supporting coordination across internal and external stakeholders
    • Facilitating communication with regulators

  • Regulatory proposals & legal drafting

    Clear, coherent legal instruments are essential for implementation and compliance. PAARS provides expert support in drafting, reviewing, and improving regulatory proposals.

    • Drafting new legal and policy instruments aligned with international standards
    • Reviewing regulations in force to improve clarity and eliminate inconsistencies
    • Legal coherence across institutions and sectors
    • Developing guidelines and manuals to support application and compliance
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Is your institution facing any of these challenges?

  • Tell us about the regulatory challenge your institution is facing and let's discuss how to address it.

  • Tell us what your government or institution needs and we will prepare a proposal tailored to your objectives.

  • Advice, training and research on an ongoing basis, so that results are sustained over time.

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