How did Albert I strengthen administration in the Austrian lands?

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In his Austrian lands, Albert I focused on establishing an effective administration to consolidate his rule. To achieve this, he relied on the assistance of his privy councillors, the majority of whom were foreign. Furthermore, he implemented a system of records designed to codify the prerogatives and returns of ducal property.12