Introduction to routine monitoring

"Not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted."
Albert Einstein (1879-1955)

This Component is part of the middle ring of the 12 components, which deals with the collection, capturing and verification of data needed for the HIV M&E system. For HIV results at all levels to be measured, the entire gamut of input, output, outcome and impact data are needed. Figure 8.1 illustrates the different types of data required. Input and output monitoring data are important, as these answer questions about the resources and interventions needed and provided, and whether planned programmes have been implemented. Input and output monitoring data are collected through routine monitoring systems, and are addressed by this Component.

Figure 8.1 A Public Health approach to Monitoring and Evaluation - showing that routine data is part of the types of data to be collected

Source: Rugg, et al, u.d.

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