Appendix 8: Performance Measure Methodology for One Measure & One Outcome

What is the measure?

Outcome to be measured

Description/rationale

Explain why this is the best information to measure achievement and/or progress related to the outcome. Explain what it is measuring and why it is important to measure this information. Also list any limitations or attribution levels that might help people better understand the measure.

Measurement owner

“Owns” the measure and is accountable for ensuring accurate and timely data collection and reporting and for the results reported.

Data collector(s)

Responsible for ensuring the data is being collected, obtaining the data, analyzing/calculating the data as required.

Data analysis and calculations

This section describes how and when results are calculated.

Data source and frequency

Where the data come from or how the data are collected.

When or how often the data are collected as well as analyzed. (e.g. ongoing, quarterly, monthly, once)

Is this data available in a timely manner?

Is the data accurate, reliable and verifiable?

Baseline is the starting point for assessing changes in performance and for establishing objectives or targets for future performance.

Target is set in relation to the baseline.

Who is the audience and what is the reporting frequency?

Might also do where/when as an alternative to a table. (e.g. Monthly newsletter to members):

• board/council
• members
• partners
• public
• other