Health Information Systems, Data Use, and Research
CHAK, through its Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Unit, plays a critical role in supporting health information management, data quality improvement, and the use of evidence for decision-making across its network of Member Health Units (MHUs).
Advantages
Capacity Building in Health Information Systems
CHAK provides training and mentorship to MHUs on the use of Ministry of Health (MOH) Health Management Information System (HMIS) tools.
This support ensures proper application of standardized data collection and reporting tools used across the national health system.
Digital Health & Automation
CHAK has scaled up automation through the installation of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems and increased use of HMIS platforms.
MHUs are linked to MOH’s DHIS2 platform, which facilitates:
Improved efficiency in service data management
Timely and accurate reporting
Easier access to performance dashboards
Participation in National Surveys and Assessments
CHAK participates in periodic national health surveys and assessments led by the MOH.
MHUs contribute service delivery data which is:
Collected and collated
Analyzed and interpreted
Shared through reports and feedback mechanisms
Research and Evidence Generation
CHAK supports the generation of evidence through:
Health surveys and assessments
Operational and implementation research
Routine service data collection and analysis
This research is used to:
Inform policy and planning
Strengthen health systems
Guide program improvements and innovation
Evidence-Based Decision-Making
CHAK promotes the use of data for:
Strategy refinement
Advocacy
Identification of gaps and priority areas
Lessons learned from data and research are applied to improve service delivery and inform partners and stakeholders.
CHAK remains committed to building a culture of data use and evidence-based practice within its network. By investing in health information systems, digital solutions, and operational research, CHAK ensures that decisions are guided by reliable data and that health services are responsive to the needs of the communities they serve.
