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Dnp-806 Program Dev. Implem & Evaluation- Peer Response

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DNP-806 PROGRAM DEV

In project management, data collection is vital for tracking progress and evaluating

project outcomes. The quality and accuracy of the data collected are crucial in determining the

success of the project. Data validity and reliability are two essential research principles that tie

into data collection in project management. Data validity ensures that the data collected measures

what it is intended to measure, while reliability ensures that the data is consistent over time and

across different researchers or methods (Polit and Beck, 2022). In simpler terms, valid data are

accurate, while reliable data is consistent.

Data measurement accuracy must be ensured for the data to be considered valid. A lack

of validity in the data gathered can lead to inaccurate conclusions and bad project management

decisions. Validity is assessed by comparing the data collected with existing literature or theories

and ensuring the data is consistent with ascertaining what prevented Virginians from receiving

HPV vaccinations and what made it easier (Carhart, 2020). The researchers used a conceptual

framework from a previous study to guide their data collection. This help to ensure the validity

of the data gathered.

Dean et al (2020).'s study set out to establish a women's refuge center that considered the

health and well-being of women who had suffered domestic abuse. Health experts, architects,

and landscape designers worked as part of an interdisciplinary team to create a design that suited

the requirements of survivors. The team employed a mixed-methods strategy, interviewing

women who had suffered domestic abuse and conducting surveys and focus groups to verify the

validity and trustworthiness of the findings. The team's thorough grasp of the requirements and

preferences of the women was gained through fusing quantitative and qualitative data, which

guided the creation of the refuge center's design.

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Similarly, Gulliver et al. (2020) investigated the implementation of a customer

relationship management (CRM) system in nursing homes to improve value creation. The

researchers employed a case study approach to collect data through interviews, observation, and

document analysis. The researchers used multiple data sources to ensure data validity and

reliability and triangulated the findings. By comparing the data from different sources, the

researchers could verify the accuracy of the data and minimize potential bias.

Using valid and reliable data is critical in project evaluation because it ensures that the

project's results are trustworthy and accurate. Using unreliable or valid data in evaluation can

lead to correct conclusions and misguided decision-making. For instance, the evaluation will not

provide meaningful insights if the data collected does not accurately measure the intended

concept. Similarly, if the data collected is inconsistent or varies depending on the researcher or

method used, it will be challenging to draw valid conclusions. Therefore, data without confirmed

validity and reliability should not play any role in project evaluation.

High-quality data collection and administration may be costly and time-consuming,

raising concerns about their cost-effectiveness. In order to properly assess a project, it is essential

to weigh the relative costs of data administration and collection against the benefits they provide.

With the purpose of increasing Virginia's HPV vaccination rate, Carhart et al. (2018) performed

a stakeholder study to determine the facilitators and obstacles. The researchers utilized a mixed-

methods strategy that comprised surveys, focus groups, and interviews to gather information

from key players, such as healthcare professionals, parents, and lawmakers. According to the

study, one of the biggest obstacles to successful HPV vaccination rate improvement was the

expense of implementation. However, the prospective advantages of lowering the prevalence of

HPV-related malignancies exceeded the expense.

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In conclusion, data dependability and validity are important research tenets that relate to

project management data collecting. High-quality data management and collection might be

costly but essential for reliable project assessment. While conducting an evaluation, using

authentic or trustworthy data can result in both wise decisions and accurate findings. Hence, to

get valuable insights and make wise decisions, project managers should prioritize data

authenticity and dependability

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References

Carhart, M. Y., Schminkey, D. L., Mitchell, E. M., & Keim-Malpass, J. (2020). Barriers and

Facilitators to Improving Virginia's HPV Vaccination Rate: A Stakeholder Analysis With

Implications for Pediatric Nurses. Journal of Pediatric Health Care, 34(4), e1-e11.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pedhc.2019.12.002

Dean, S., Williams, C., Donnelly, S., & Levett-Jones, T. (2021). Designing a Women’s Refuge:

An Interdisciplinary Health, Architecture, and Landscape Collaboration. Women &

Health, 61(6), 650-664. https://doi.org/10.1080/03630242.2020.1780208

Gulliver, S. R., Joshi, U. B., & Michell, V. (2020). Adapted customer relationship management

implementation framework: facilitating value creation in nursing homes. Journal of

Marketing Management, 36(7-8), 602-621.

https://doi.org/10.1080/0267257X.2020.1777156