13Objectives of Commissioner

13 Objectives of Commissioner

13 Objectives of Commissioner

The objectives of the Commissioner are as follows:

(a) to deal with issues concerning the small business sector in a neutral and independent manner,

(b) to provide a central point of contact for small businesses to make complaints about their commercial dealings with other businesses and about their dealings with government agencies,

(c) to encourage government agencies and larger businesses to enter into productive working relationships with small businesses,

(d) to facilitate the resolution of disputes involving small businesses through mediation and other appropriate forms of alternative dispute resolution,

(e) to facilitate and encourage the fair treatment of small businesses,

(f) to promote a fair operating environment in which small businesses can flourish,

(g) to identify and support measures to reduce the administrative burden for small businesses.