Informed by over 10 years of cutting edge thinking and teaching at the Oxford Brookes Institute of Public Care, this practical text takes readers methodically and logically through the challenging task of commissioning public services across the health and social care sector. Split into four parts, the book moves step by step through each stage of the commissioning cycle: Analyse; Plan; Do and Review. Each chapter provides readers with the theory and practical tools needed for success. The importance of an evidence-based approach is highlighted throughout, and the book draws on the relevant legislation, research and regulation contexts. The authors take a broad perspective and a systematic approach, ensuring the material is suitable for professionals commissioning resources across all sectors of health and social care. INDICE: Part 1: AnalyseAn Introduction to Commissioning and ProcurementWhy, When and How to CommissionConducting Strategic Needs AssessmentsPart 2: PlanDeveloping an Effective Commissioning StrategyEssential Tools and Activities for Implementing Commissioning StrategiesTowards Effective Service DesignPart 3: DoMarket FacilitationProcurement and the Contracting ProcessContracting for Personalised ServicesPart 4: ReviewPerformance ManagementDecommissioningAchieving Value for Money
- ISBN: 978-1-4462-4924-6
- Editorial: SAGE Publications Ltd
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 288
- Fecha Publicación: 18/03/2014
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
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