The Development of Outcomes Based Approaches
Overall Objectives
The aim of this consultancy program is to support organizations in developing an outcomes based approach. We will clarify the organization's primary task and the outcomes that are most important to achieve. An outcomes based approach is one where all aspects of the organization's activity are centred around the achievement of successful measurable outcomes.
Outcomes and Benefits
- Improvements in the organization's understanding of an outcomes based approach and alignment between the organization's activity and outcomes. A shared understanding of the organization’s outcomes can greatly improve the team’s sense of purpose.
- Having clear outcomes measures will improve reporting to funders and attract further funding.
- The development of a coherent outcomes based model, including clarity on how outcomes will be measured and reported.
- Specific areas of improvement in operational performance leading to higher quality standards and better outcomes. It can be highly motivating for employees to see evidence of the outcomes of their work.
- These identified improvements will improve the quality of organizational performance, cost efficiency and outcomes.
- A successful handover at the end of the consultancy program with the option of further support during the implementation period.
Who is it for?
Organizations in the Human Services Sector
- Whose intention is to be clear about the outcomes to be achieved through its services and to ensure that all activity is focused on achieving these outcomes, in the most efficient manner.
- That are aiming to reduce costs through the reduction of unnecessary activity that adds little value to the achievement of positive outcomes.
- Who aim to demonstrate their outcomes more clearly to their funders and users.
- Who intend to be leading their sector through the achievement of excellent outcomes and continuous improvement.
Format and Approach of Consultancy Program
We design our Consultancy Program to suit your organizational requirements, including all or any of the following:
- Work in collaboration with the organization to identify objectives and the focus of the consultancy, including targets, timescales and costs.
- Evaluate the present situation by gathering facts and discussions both formal and informal with relevant staff and where appropriate the service user.
- Provide a report outlining a strategy for improvement – for discussion and agreement before implementation.
- Work with the organization to implement the strategy, providing direct involvement as appropriate.
- Consultation and support to enable the organization to take charge of the strategy.
- Review and handover.
- Any further consultation to support the change as agreed.
For organizations who are interested in developing an outcomes based approach PTA will carry out a Feasibility Study to evaluate the potential value of such a development for the organization.
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Further details of the PTA Feasibility Study
(PDF file 150Kb)
An Introduction to Outcomes Based Approaches
(PDF File 2.2Mb)
Khaleej Times Report - National Strategy For Mental Health Urged (Press report on the Seminar)
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