Use of System Dynamics Techniques in the Garrison Health Modelling Tool
Abstract
This report describes the Garrison Health Modelling Tool, a prototype software package designed to provide decision-support to JHC health officers and managers in a garrison environment. Version 3 is described in detail from a system dynamics modelling and user interface perspective. It includes components representing service demand, medical staffing by GPs, the health dependency of the garrisoned troop, health facilities, costings and budget amounts. Built with the strong involvement of domain experts, the simulation model is applicable to strategic health policy design and operational level analysis of the health care system. The Garrison Health Modelling Tool needs further development and validation before its utility can be fully tested. Inclusion of health data derived from existing health systems will allow for validation of the underlying model, and also permit the value of the tool to be tested in a real setting. This will allow for an informed decision on whether to look for a Defence project to fully develop the concept as a tool supporting garrison management within Australia.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 01, 2010
- Accession Number
- ADA542407
Entities
People
- Graham Durant-law
- Kerry Clifford
- Mark Burnett
Organizations
- Defence Science and Technology Group