Thurrock Planning Performance Dashboard

Executive summary from entrant:

Thurrock Council’s Planning Department has revolutionised service delivery through innovative use of digital technology, particularly its Power BI dashboard launched in August 2024. This cutting-edge tool integrates live data to monitor planning activities, enabling evidence-based decisions and proactive issue management. It has streamlined processes such as tracking S106 agreements, managing consultations, and reducing reliance on Extensions of Time by providing actionable insights. Dashboards also improve validation, enforcement, and application processing, ensuring efficient resource allocation. This initiative highlights Thurrock’s commitment to excellence, demonstrating how digital innovation enhances governance and inspires transformation in the planning sector.