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On June 18, 2026, the OECD released the "Outcome--Based Procurement Framework" (OBPF), a project management methodology specifically engineered for public sector digital infrastructure. OBPF shifts the focus from "Deliverable Tracking" to "Social Impact Milestones," introducing "Dynamic Contractual Pivots" that allow government agencies to adjust project scopes without legal penalties when real--time social outcome data suggests a change in direction. Initial research conducted across three pilot countries indicates that OBPF--managed projects achieved a 30% higher stakeholder satisfaction rate and a 20% reduction in budget overruns compared to traditional fixed--scope procurement by aligning vendor incentives with long--term public value.