perfbased
Perfbased is a term used to describe principles, systems, or processes that are driven by measured performance. It emphasizes decisions and incentives anchored in quantified outcomes rather than inputs alone, with the aim of improving transparency, accountability, and results. The term is used across different sectors to denote an outcome-oriented approach, rather than a strictly prescriptive method.
In public policy and budgeting, perfbased approaches allocate resources and evaluate programs based on performance metrics
Implementation typically involves selecting relevant metrics, setting baselines and targets, collecting reliable data, and using dashboards
Proponents say perfbased methods can improve efficiency, alignment, and accountability. Critics warn that metrics can be
See also: performance-based budgeting, data-driven decision making, outcomes-based management. While perfbased is sometimes used interchangeably with