Value-driven

Explanation

We only do things that add value, for example for quality improvement, satisfaction of patients or employees, efficiency, and safety.

Rationale

Healthcare organizations have a societal responsibility to keep care good, accessible, and affordable. This requires conscious choices between aspects that add value, aiming for an optimal balance between costs and benefits.

Implications

• We deliver the right care in the right place at the right time.
• We only implement solutions if they enhance work processes.
• We measure whether expected value is achieved.
• We document expected added value and costs in advance.
• We do not allow duplication in IT functionality.
• We reduce waste and turn-off unused resources.

Source: Based on ZiRA/Sigra, translated for the caribbean cross-border context.