As more and more institutions adopt the Logical Framework concept communications between project implementors and donors will be facilitated. This will have major advantages for organisations who are continually presenting projects to donors for funding. In earlier times, budgets seemingly grew more easily and rapidly than now is often the case.
Limitations to the Logical Framework approach
These are that:
• It is not a substitute for other technical, economic, social and
environmental analyses. It cannot replace the use of professionally qualified and experienced staff.
The Logical Framework approach can help project design, implementation and evaluation, but clearly does not do away with the need for other project tools especially those related to technical, economic, social and environmental analyses. Likewise the approach does not replace the need for professional expertise and experience.
• Rigidity in project management may arise when objectives and external
factors specified during design are over emphasised.
Rigidity in project administration and management can sometimes arise when Logical Framework objectives and external factors specified during design are over emphasised. Note that this can, however, be avoided by regular project reviews where the key elements can be re-evaluated and adjusted. If the Logical Framework
approach is taken up it is recommended that regular project reviews are undertaken and Logical Framework project documents kept up to date.
• It requires a team process with good leadership and facilitation skills to
be most effective.