1. Policy Briefing
Utilising external evidence and organisational knowledge: opportunities
The Idea:
Brief, concise summaries on a particular issue
Refrain from using jargon and often intended for the non-specialist
Further information in the KM Toolkit
Impact:
Cost and time efficiency savings by having a concise overview of a key policy
Reduce risk by quickly implementing changes in response to the findings from a policy briefing
Improve patient experience or safety by quick implementation of policy from a policy briefing
Implementation tips:
Ask your specialist health librarian to prepare a policy briefing about a particular issue
When making your request be clear if you require an advocacy brief – arguing in favour of a particular course of action or an objective brief giving balanced information.
Share the briefing with your senior leaders
Examples of Policy Briefings
For further information see the KM Toolkit