Table 1.

Framework for data collection and analysis

	Framework dimension	Evidence
1	QI as board priority	17–22
2	Using data for improvement	18–20
3	Familiarity with current performance	17 18
4	Degree of staff involvement	25
5	Degree of public/patient/carer involvement	25
6	Clear, systematic approach (clear and well-specified priorities, manageable number)	17 18 20
7	Balance between clinical effectiveness, patient experience and safety	18 20
8	Dynamics (how board members challenge/ask questions of each other)	13

QI, quality improvement.