b'The Michigan judicial branch will1 Implement operational efficienciescontinueitsquesttostrengthen throughtechnologyandsimplifycourtprocedures.disputeandproblemresolutionpractices across the state. Doing soIncrease consistency instaffinglevels, willhelpbuildajudicialsystemthatis 2resources, procedures, and scheduling.accessible to all and trusted by all.3 Expand the use of case management STRATEGIES TOpracticesthat help resolve cases expeditiously.PROVIDE MORE EFFECTIVE4 Develop a comprehensive continuumPROBLEMofcourtandcommunityservicestoeffectivelyRESOLUTION addressmental/behavioralhealthandsubstanceabuse and addiction issues.5 Establish methods for collaborating and providing needed services(e.g., housing, education,mentalhealth,substanceabuseandaddiction,rehabilitation)acrossjusticeandsocialservicesystems.6 Collaborate with partnersto expand the availabilityofjusticeandcommunityresourcesacross the state, particularly in rural areas.7 Continue to expand uses of alternative dispute resolution methodsandoptions(e.g.,mediation,onlinedisputeresolution,etc.).8 Be a leader in implementing justice and judicial system reformsconsistent with the recommendationsofMichigansTaskForcesandCommissionsandothernationalleadersandstudies.See the Branchs Operational Plan, which shows the strategic initiatives underway in this Strategic Goal. SECTION3:STRATEGICGOALSANDSTRATEGIES 27'