​Whether preparing for public health accreditation, providing support toward the achievement of community health improvement and organizational strategic goals, or managing the development of individuals, teams, and daily work, the use of quality improvement (QI) tools is critical to support the work of the performance improvement professional. The use of QI methods and tools can assist organizations to fulfill their missions, improve the health of their communities, and increase their efficiency and effectiveness.

 

This toolkit houses many tools developed and refined by the Public Health Foundation (PHF), which have been categorized for use and ease. Several tools fit into more than one category:

These tools build on the Public Health Quality Improvement Encyclopedia, a practical guide to using 75 tools for QI practitioners in public health organizations, published in 2012. 

 

PHF experts have activated these tools in the field. If your organization needs support in using these tools, has questions, or can share an example of how these tools have been used, please contact Ron Bialek at rbialek@phf.org.