SWOT analysis is a precursor for strategic planning and is performed by a panel of experts who can assess an organization from a critical perspective. This panel could comprise senior leaders, board members, employees, medical staff, patients, community leaders, and technical experts. Panel members base their assessments on utilization rates, outcome measures, patient satisfaction statistics, organizational performance measures, and financial performance" (Harrison, 2010).
How does SWOT analysis set the stage for strategic planning?
Famous hockey player, Wayne Gretzky said:"I skate where the puck will be, not where it has been". What does that mean? Explain how it relates to the healthcare organizations.