Minimum data sets ‐ finding the balance in benchmarking
@article{Then1996MinimumDS, title={Minimum data sets ‐ finding the balance in benchmarking}, author={Danny Shiem‐Shin Then}, journal={Facilities}, year={1996}, volume={14}, pages={47-51} }
Aims to raise awareness of the cost premiums involved in data collection. Examines benchmarking, its goals and appropriate support, and explains the process of benchmarking. Highlights the importance of distinguishing between data and information.
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Minimum data sets – finding the balance in benchmarking Danny Shiem-Shin Then Facilities
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