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SIMPL OR Measure (Practical Measure Example)

This blog describes how technology can be leveraged to collect meaningful data to inform improvement efforts. The case also highlights strategies to encourage practitioners to use measures and data tools by reducing barriers to data collection and addressing fears regarding how data might be used.

SIMPL OR Measure | Practical Measure Example

Key characteristics of practical measures are that they should be minimally burdensome and relatively easy and quick to use. However, whether a measure is seen as “practical” depends somewhat on who you are asking. In particular, front-line practitioners are often very constrained for time and reluctant to take on “one more thing.” To collect essential data from practitioners….  Read the full blog post here.

This blog is part of the Practical Measurement for Improvement collection.

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