The Community Health Information Platform (CHiP) project is focused on improving health service
delivery in Zambia by creating a centralized platform for community health workers (CHWs).
Leveraging the MEDplat platform, CHiP streamlines data management, support decision-making, and
enhance the quality of care provided. Designed for Zambia's unique infrastructure challenges, it
integrates mobile data collection and OCR technology for areas with limited connectivity.
The
platform is scalable, customizable, and interoperable with existing health systems, empowering
CHWs and supporting data-driven health policies. This customization process involves tailoring
the platform's functionalities to suit the specific needs of CHWs and the communities they
serve, and the platform is a finely tuned instrument that not only captures data but also
fosters a holistic approach to community health. This platform not only improves individual
patient care but also contributes to data-driven health policy formulation at various levels.
The overarching objectives of the Community Health Information Platform (CHiP) project are designed to address the challenges of health service delivery and capturing service delivery data at the community level in Zambia. This platform streamlines and optimizes the management of client encounters, enabling CHWs to efficiently record and document vital client information. The platform also empowers CHWs by providing decision support capabilities, allowing them to access relevant information and resources that enhance the quality of care they provide.
In essence, the project's objectives revolve around creating a robust, customized, and user-friendly platform that empowers CHWs, enhances data-driven decision-making, and supports the broader community health strategy in Zambia.
Effective identification of positive pregnant mothers and staying in close contact with them throughout the pregnancy to ensure drug adherence.
Contiuum of care maintained by effective service delivery through triaging and follow-ups
Complete digitization of the workflow, ensuring effective tracking of beneficiaries and a better reporting mechanism
Multi-language support for better ease of use and accessibility by primary users
Ensure ease of reporting and better monitoring by transforming the supervisory paradigm
