Management of information: good

W6. Is appropriate and accurate information being effectively processed, challenged and acted on?

Characteristics of services we would rate as good in this area

Integrated reporting supports effective decision making. There is a holistic understanding of performance, which sufficiently covers and integrates the views of people with quality, operational and financial information. Quality and sustainability both receive sufficient coverage in relevant meetings at all levels. Staff receive helpful data on a daily basis, which supports them to adjust and improve performance as necessary. Performance information is used to hold management and staff to account. The information used in reporting, performance management and delivering quality care is usually accurate, valid, reliable, timely and relevant, with plans to address any weaknesses.

Data or notifications are consistently submitted to external organisations as required. There are robust arrangements for the availability, integrity and confidentiality of patient identifiable data, records and data management systems. Information technology systems are used effectively to monitor and improve the quality of care.