Table 4 Integration mindsets framework
From: A cognitive perspective on health systems integration: results of a Canadian Delphi study
Mental Model Type | Definition | Knowledge (information & awareness) | Beliefs/Perceptions (opinions or internal feelings) |
|---|---|---|---|
Strategy Mental Model | A conceptualization of what is being integrated and how, why and for whom it is being integrated | • Targets | • Consequences of integrating |
• External clients | • Appropriateness of selected strategy | ||
• Goals | • Integrity of decision-making processes | ||
• Long-term vision | • Readiness for change | ||
• Methods | |||
• Evaluation | |||
Relationships Mental Model | A conceptualization of the organizations, groups, and individuals (including one’s self) involved in integration and how they are connected | • Competencies | • Appropriateness of role structure |
• Contributions | • Identification with the integration initiative | ||
• Accountabilities | • Recognition of shared responsibility | ||
• Interdependencies | • Importance of client involvement | ||
• Communication |