ASTHO helps states and territories improve the performance and quality of public health systems so that they are aligned, data-driven, and outcome-focused. ASTHO supports health agency efforts through resource provision, capacity building, and technical assistance to ensure agencies have a strong performance management system.
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Performance Management Leadership Guide
ASTHO helps establish plans, policies, and systems that set targets for being a high functioning health department and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Introduction to Process Improvement
This microlearning, which is housed in ASTHO's e-Learning Center, provides examples, tips, and resources that can help participants apply process improvement in their everyday work.
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Quality Improvement Plan Tool
ASTHO supports health agency quality improvement efforts through plan development, learning materials, trainings, technical assistance, and more.
Examples and Lessons From the Field
ASTHO provides resources such as case studies, toolkits, and newsletters to state and territorial agencies as examples and lessons from the field.
Foundations From the PHAB Accreditation to Support the COVID-19 Response | Part 1
Foundations From the PHAB Accreditation to Support the COVID-19 Response | Part 2
Key Strategies to Engage Communities During the COVID-19 Pandemic Response | Part 1
Engaging Communities During the COVID-19 Pandemic Response and Beyond | Part 2
Latest Performance Management Resources
Leveraging Customer Relationship Management to Advance Public Health
Process Improvement Readiness Assessment Tool
Guidance for Developing and Implementing a Quality Improvement Council
12 Things Health Agencies Need to Know About Enterprise AI
Lessons drawn from the frontlines of government AI development for state and territorial health agencies ready to move from curiosity to implementation.