Data Demand and Information Use Tools
Data Demand and Information Use (DDIU) is a strategy to identify opportunities for and constraints to effective and strategic data collection, analysis, availability, and use. To support evidence-based decision making, MEASURE Evaluation has developed a conceptual framework and set of tools to aid policymakers and stakeholders in implementing DDIU strategies.
DDIU Conceptual Framework
The DDIU framework explains the context in which decisions are made and how this context influences the demand for data, the use of information, and the collection and availability of data.
The framework covers the three key determinants for the successful use of population and health information:
DDIU Strategies and Tools
The DDIU strategy begins with an assessment that helps stakeholders, policy-makers, and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) practitioners determine points of entry for DDIU intervention. Once specific needs are identified, DDIU core tools can be utilized to stimulate data demand and capacity building and enhance evidence-based decision making.
Data Demand and Information Use in the Health Sector: Strategies and Tools
The core tools in fostering DDIU are:
The Decision Calendar
Provides a systematic approach for stakeholders to leverage data into more productive decision processes by encouraging greater use of and demand for information by decision-makers, identifying methods of more effectively utilizing existing data, and providing a timeline for monitoring progress in the decision-making process.
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Assessment of Data Use Constraints
A rapid assessment tool designed to identify barriers and constraints that inhibit effective practices in data use. These include organizational constraints, in which effective and systematic processes are inadequate in sharing data in a way that promotes evidence-based decision making; technical constraints in data collection and computer/technological shortages; and individual constraints.
Assessment of Data Use Constraints
Information Use Mapping Tool
Assesses and identifies opportunities for improved data use and feedback mechanisms for stakeholders across different levels. It provides a visual context for gaps and defects in data sharing, leading to mid-course course improvements.
The Stakeholder Engagement Tool
Helps ensure that the appropriate stakeholders in decision processes have been identified and involved. The tool provides a framework for assessing who the key actors are and identifying their interests, knowledge, positions, alliances, resources, power and importance. It assists with finding key areas of resistance or challenges to scaling up interventions, and key areas of support for the scale up.
Performance of Routine Information System Management (PRISM) Framework
A conceptual framework encompassing four tools that aid in the assessment, design, monitoring and evaluation of routine health information systems (RHIS). This toolset analyzes the performance of RHIS by taking into account behavioral determinants, technical determinants, and organizational/environmental determinants.
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