# O8.5 Focus on cost reduction

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[O8 Sustain financial viability](https://safedpi.gitbook.io/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/principles/operational-principles/o8-sustain-financial-viability)
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[SV5 Unsustainability ](https://safedpi.gitbook.io/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/risks/risks-to-structural-vulnerabilities)
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[L3 - Development](https://safedpi.gitbook.io/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/responsible-authorities/r3-donor/l3-development)
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## Practices

> * Encourage cost-effective technologies and processes, such as leveraging open-source solutions or scalable cloud services, to drive down expenses.
> * Implement efficiency measures and continuous improvement practices, similar to how organizations like M-Pesa have optimized operational costs while scaling their services.
> * Regularly review and adjust pricing models to reflect cost reductions and ensure sustainability.

## Resources

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td></td><td><mark style="color:yellow;"><strong>Case Study</strong></mark></td><td>( to come soon..)</td></tr><tr><td></td><td><mark style="color:yellow;"><strong>References</strong></mark></td><td><a href="https://dial.global/the-dpg-charter-key-takeaways-on-norms-and-principles-for-safe-and-inclusive-digital-public-infrastructure/">The DPG Charter: Key takeaways on norms and principles for safe and inclusive digital public infrastructure</a></td></tr></tbody></table>