Performance Measures in Government

As the nation's largest think tank dedicated exclusively to government performance, the Performance Institute works with government agencies to develop and use meaningful performance measures.  Through its work, the Institute has compiled a comprehensive database of performance measures for nearly every mission area and operational function  in government. 

Key National Indicators Initiative
A consortium of more than 200 institutions and individuals from across America is working with government entities on the federal, state and local levels to build a system for measuring key national indicators to aid in monitoring societal progress. "A national indicator system could help assess the overall position and progress of our nation, frame strategic issues and chart future diretions," the consortium's web site declares. In researching the viability of such a national system, an online clearinghouse was developed to concentrate the many similar systems currently in place in states and municipalities.

Designing and Implementing Useful Performance Measures in Government
The Institute has defined and refined a proven methodology for measuring government performance: The Logic Model. Applying the Logic Model approach to developing performance measures in government is a scaleable process. Instead of implementing the approach agency-wide from the beginning, many agencies start out with a specific program, budget justification, or performance-based contracting challenge.
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