The Baldrige criteria for performance excellence defines management by fact as including which of the...

Management by fact is a fundamental principle in the Baldrige Criteria for Performance Excellence. It emphasizes the importance of basing decisions and actions on objective data and analysis. Organizations should collect, analyze, and use relevant data to inform their processes, strategies, and improvement efforts. By relying on facts rather than assumptions or opinions, organizations can make informed decisions that lead to better outcomes. In practice, management by fact involves various activities, such as data collection, statistical analysis, benchmarking, and performance measurement. It ensures that organizations continuously improve and achieve sustainable results2.

References: 1Baldrige Criteria Commentary | NIST 2Core Values and Concepts | NIST