Measurement & Metrics

Quantitative tools and indicators used to assess performance and outcomes.

Run Charts

What is a Run Chart? In quality improvement, it's essential to know if the changes you're making are actually leading to improvement. A run chart is a simple yet powerful tool that helps you do just that. It is a line graph that plots data points over time, providing...

SMART Goals

The SMART framework transforms vague intentions into specific, measurable, and actionable goals that provide clear direction for any quality improvement project.

Understanding Quality Scorecards

What are Quality Scorecards? In healthcare, how do we know if a change is truly an improvement? Quality scorecards are data tools that help answer this question. Used by hospitals nationwide, scorecards from vendors like Vizient, Leapfrog, and CMS track performance...