16. Adequate financial and human resources should be allocated for the elaboration, implementation and monitoring of tasks specified in the strategic and action plans. Action plans should specify the financial and human resources required to achieve the tasks, and how these will be provided, as well as setting a time schedule. Resource limitations are an issue even in the wealthiest States. However, just as limited resources do not excuse States from meeting their human rights obligations, they also cannot be an excuse for not elaborating, adopting or implementing realistic integration policies. Costs can be significantly reduced by streamlining and connecting policies and measures at all levels and by different institutions. This includes linking policies and measures to the overall integration strategy and ensuring adequate co-ordination. Effectiveness and efficiency can be enhanced by specifying competences, tasks, roles, responsibilities and procedures to be followed, including for the co-ordination process. In addition, many aspects of human rights related to identity, and particularly the recognition of pluralism in society, do not necessarily require a lot of resources. Where resources are inadequate, States can explore the potential to seek complementary international support, including through development aid. Resources should be allocated fairly and without discrimination. 17. Strategies and policies, and their implementation, should be subject to regular monitoring and assessment of outcomes. Where necessary, policies should be adjusted periodically. All instruments and measures require regular monitoring, assessment of objectives and outcomes, and adjustment in the light of experience and changed circumstances.51 Based on this, policies, legislation and implementing measures may need to be adapted to meet changing situations and circumstances. Efforts to 51 Lund Recommendations, Recommendation 22. Guidelines on Integration of Diverse Societies 27