Aresource matrixin EPI’s organizational framework identifies the resources required to deliver services and match them with the competencies of available staff. The primary considerations when creating a resource matrix are:
Capacity
How many personnel are needed?
Are there enough staff per shift?
Do staffing levels match service requirements, SLAs, and workload?
Capability
Do staff have the required skills and competencies?
Do they meet certification, technical, and operational requirements?
Are backup roles available?
Are personnel trained and fit for assigned tasks?
EPI emphasizes that resource planning must alignskills + quantityto ensure operational continuity.
Why other options are incorrect:
A: Cost efficiency is secondary, and availability alone does not ensure capability.
C: Age and gender are irrelevant and inappropriate staffing considerations.
D: Personal preferences do not determine resource allocation.
Thus,capacity and capabilityare the correct considerations.
EPI DCFOM-Aligned Reference Concepts (Paraphrased)
Resource matrices map staff capacity and capability to service requirements.
Ensures adequate coverage and competency for operations.
