Applying and Evolving AMI

Organizations can begin with existing records, periodic observations, sampled evidence, and a few focused qualitative questions. Measurement practice can strengthen through partnerships and over time.

An honest, lighter-touch approach is preferable to a technically ambitious system that partners cannot sustain.

Choose an upcoming program review, partner conversation, or planning meeting where evidence could help inform a decision. Thoughtfully craft a starter question, share prior successes you have had with other programs, and agree on one action to support measurement.

Use the Additional Outcomes Explorer to support application and interpretation. If the conversation reveals a question your current measures do not answer, consult the AMI Metrics Catalogue. Return to Module 5 for guidance on selecting measures that fit.

Evidence can help partners decide whether to continue programs or plan future ones, adapt supply, coordinate complementary support, redirect resources, sunset a program, or investigate further.

As programs and partnerships change, measurement choices may change too. Discuss with partners:

Consistent use and learning will build expertise and enable you to distinguish yourself in the field.

PQMD recommends the three priority indicators as a shared starting point. The AMI Metrics Catalogue includes additional output and outcome measures to consider, and PQMD is committed to the future development of AMI.

Bring what you are learning, your successes, and your challenges to discussions with corporate and nonprofit partners. Let your experiences shape AMI.