I work as Head of Improvement Analytics at NHS Improvement. I’ve pulled together (see below) a list of useful resources, toolkits and published papers relevant to measurement for improvement and the use of SPC (statistical process control).
I’ve also established a virtual Kahootz group designed to bring together people from various fields who have an interest in measurement for improvement and SPC. The intention is to support sharing of knowledge, experience and resources. Plus, hopefully there will be some useful discussions which can inform a plan to ensure that SPC finally gets traction in the NHS.
If you would like to join the measurement for improvement movement please contact me [email protected] @samriley
Introduction to measurement for improvement
10 minute video introducing measurement for improvement by Mike Davidge
NHS Elect measurement for improvement guide
How to become an improvement measure expert in 60 mins
NHS Institute Improvement leaders guides : matching capacity and demand
Video on how to use data to drive improvement by NELA
5 short measurement films from Toronto University
Free on line quality improvement courses (including a section on measurement)
Developed by Bath University and West of England AHSN
Developed by Harvard University & the Institute of Healthcare Improvement
NHS Scotland Quality Improvement e-Resources : 16 modules on QI/measurement and SPC
Published papers on the benefits of using SPC (statistical process control)
An analysis of performance reports used by Trust Boards in England
The problem with red green amber
From stoplight reports to time series
Using SPC to improve healthcare
Performance league tables - the NHS deserves better
The use of control charts by lay people in hospitals
Use of control charts in health care and public health surveillance
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Application of SPC in healthcare : A systematic review
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Improvement resources
Quality Improvement Hub – NHS Scotland
A guide for Non Execs developed in Scotland on governance
One specifically on measurement for non-Execs
East London Foundation Trust control chart guides (videos)