Measurement is fundamental if not vital in every organization. Constant use of metrics ensures a good development and guarantees great outcomes. In healthcare, measurements are being performed daily, by healthcare providers and patients altogether. The central point and target of measurements in healthcare is represented by patients.
The rise of the internet has led to the birth of the most prolific marketing stage in history: social media. Different from its predecessors by its vast reach, usability and availability, social media has changed the worldwide marketing stage. Any company has the ability to promote its products or services and more importantly, its brand, on a global stage instead of a national or regional one.
Financial Key Performance Indicators are crucial for any organization striving for success. However, they are not sufficient. A company nowadays needs to focus on its employees and the first thing to do, is to assure them a safe environment.
The Industrial Revolution has had a great impact on modern society and its development, but also on nature. Apparently, all good things must come with a price: our lives have become easier, but our planet’s not. So, the downside is the fact that the environment has had a lot to suffer in these past years, mainly because of greenhouse emissions, water waste, soil contamination, habitat destruction and resource use. Unfortunately, these examples are only the tip of the iceberg.
A recent article published in The Guardian was related to KPIs in football. What might all that be about? Measuring performance in football? How do you do that? Well, for starters, it’s all about establishing a set of goals that players must achieve in order to gain financial rewards.