- OTSG often assists in facilitation of negotiation.
- OTSG is the primary office in IHS charged with implementation of Self-Governance policy.
- There could be greater cohesion between OTSG Program, Policy, and Financial Analysts and the ALNs by increasing communication.
- A single report structure would help Tribes when issues do arise that need to be addressed by the IHS Director.
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- OTSG is often a mediator between Tribes and the ALN and makes recommendations on any Final Offers. If the Director of OTSG is the ALN’s direct supervisor, there may not be enough separation of roles.
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