Methodology

Quality Assurance Methodology

5. Sustaining improvement phase Once improvements have been implemented, mechanisms need to be established to sustain the improvement. This may involve: a) Standardisation of existing systems and processes for performing work activities. It should ensure that the new work methods or processes are implemented consistently over time. b) Documentation of associated policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines. This forms the basis for reviewing progress and achievements, helps the team keep track of developments over time, and provides information to brief new members who may join the team after the project has started. c) Measurement and review to ensure that the change becomes part of the routine practice. Viewing measurements over time allows a clinical team to determine whether it is continuing to achieve the desired results and whether it can expect these results to be achieved in the future. d) Training and education of staff. Reference : 1. Easy Guide to Clinical Practice Improvement NSW Health

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