Table 1 Components of data strengthening

Reinforcing current status of data systems and indicators

We will provide technical support to standardize definitions of indicators currently being collected, improve adherence to national guidelines on labor and delivery documentation of registers, improve quality of reporting, and strengthen existing data quality assurance and data use processes. Follow-up assessments to gauge improvements in facility systems including data quality assessments (DQAs) will be conducted at regular intervals.

Refining standardized gestational age measurement

We will strengthen the use of last menstrual period (LMP) with pregnancy wheels to accurately calculate gestational age (GA). We will reinforce more accurate measures of birthweight by providing training and assessing calibration of facility scales at regular intervals.

Developing a Data Dashboard

To improve data use and dissemination of routine data, we will create a synchronized online Data Dashboard repository system that is adaptable for local providers, health officials, and national policymakers. This tool will be based on discussions among various PTBi stakeholders to better understand and respond to data needs, and is also integrated in QI and project monitoring and evaluation.