Box 2What is meant by sub-functions, assessment areas and indicative measures?

Sub-functions are the core components within a function that determine function-level performance, and influence the function’s contribution to overall system performance.

Assessment areas are specifically formulated topical areas that need to be adequately appraised in order to assess function or sub-function performance. The assessment areas are not indicators in and of themselves.

Indicative measures are proposed indicators based on publicly available data sets and/or common health system assessment (qualitative) content. They do not necessarily provide the full picture of function or sub-function performance and may need to be complemented by additional information.