Introduction¶
Multiple sources of indicator definitions containing discrepancies or incomplete metadata limit our ability to collect comparable data upon which to base analyses. Efforts to rationalize and streamline computer and human processes associated with indicator management are needed.
To address this need, the WHO Indicator and Measurement Registry (IMR) attempts to leverage the strengths of knowledge in data exchange and Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) to build a more mature infrastructure for managing indicator definitions.
The Problem¶
Guidelines documents produced by reference groups may not contain sufficient information to create a computer application, i.e. calculation or disaggregation information may not be present. Further, when multiple groups define ostensibly the same indicators, differences occur, including differences in metadata and representation, making exchange of data difficult.
Guidelines Documents:¶
