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Performance
Advancement

Advancing Performance Through Discipline and Focus


Newbrier works alongside hospital leaders to improve performance where results are won or lost. The focus is on execution—sharpening processes, controlling costs, and strengthening revenue in ways that produce durable improvement, not short-term fixes.

The work is practical and disciplined. Attention stays on what can be acted on quickly and sustained over time, so performance gains hold even as conditions change.

Performance improvement starts with clarity and discipline, not theory. Newbrier uses focused analysis to surface where performance is leaking and where effort will matter most. The work centers on understanding how the hospital actually operates today, so actions are grounded in reality, not assumptions.

Progress is measured, visible, and reviewed regularly. Performance goals are translated into a small set of clear metrics, and leadership tracks movement against them with intent. When results lag, adjustments are made quickly. The emphasis is on momentum and follow-through, not static plans.

This approach produces improvement that lasts. By reinforcing focus, accountability, and execution, Newbrier helps hospitals advance performance in a way that holds up under pressure and continues to compound over time.

How Disciplined Execution Advances Performance

Evaluate

We start by bringing performance into focus. Data is used to surface trends, pressure points, and missed opportunities so leaders can see clearly where performance is drifting and where action will matter most.

Align

Performance improves when priorities are clear. We help leadership align goals, decisions, and daily operations so effort is concentrated on outcomes that actually move results.

Act

Momentum matters. We move quickly from evaluation to action, turning clarity into specific steps that can be executed immediately. Progress is measured, reviewed, and adjusted in real time.

Compound

Results improve through repetition and discipline. We help hospitals build routines, accountability, and focus so performance gains stack over time instead of eroding between cycles.

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Deloitte
An actionable guide offering key performance metrics to help rural hospitals optimize operations and achieve strategic goals efficiently.

A comprehensive guide for rural hospital leaders, providing key financial strategies and insights to enhance efficiency, stability, and growth.

An essential financial toolkit tailored for rural healthcare, offering actionable strategies to navigate unique challenges and drive sustainable success.

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Radix

Radix is a targeted process improvement solution for rural hospitals, combining expert consultancy with practical tools. 


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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Performance Advancement?

Performance Advancement focuses on elevating your hospital’s operational, financial, and clinical performance through strategic initiatives and continuous improvement practices.

How does Performance Advancement differ from standard consulting?

Unlike traditional consulting, Performance Advancement involves a hands-on approach, embedding our expertise within your organization to drive lasting change and measurable results.

Can Performance Advancement help with cost reduction?

Absolutely, our strategies often focus on streamlining operations and optimizing resource allocation to reduce costs while maintaining or improving service quality.

How do you measure the success of Performance Advancement initiatives?

Success is measured using clear, predefined metrics tailored to each area of focus, such as operational efficiency, patient satisfaction, and financial performance.

What types of tools do you use in Performance Advancement?

We utilize a variety of tools, including data analytics, process mapping, performance dashboards, and scenario planning to identify improvement opportunities and track progress.

How do you ensure that improvements are sustainable?

Sustainability is achieved through careful planning, staff engagement, and establishing a culture of continuous improvement within the hospital.

Can Performance Advancement help align our hospital with industry best practices?

Yes, part of our strategy involves benchmarking against industry standards and best practices to ensure your hospital not only meets but exceeds current performance norms.

Insights

Results-Ready Financials for Rural Hospitals

Rural hospitals do not fail because leaders stop caring. They fail because decisions arrive too late, information arrives out of sequence, and pressure compounds faster than clarity. Financial reporting plays a central role in that dynamic. In many rural hospitals, financial statements are accurate…

Understanding the True Cost of Underutilized Services

Hospitals, particularly those serving rural communities, face unique financial pressures that often magnify the impact of underutilized services. While healthcare leaders are acutely aware of the importance of efficient resource utilization, accurately quantifying and addressing the true cost of un…

Using the Theory of Constraints to Identify Bottlenecks in Patient Flow

This comprehensive article explains how hospitals can leverage the Theory of Constraints (TOC) to uncover and address critical bottlenecks, significantly improving patient flow and overall hospital performance.

Making the Monthly Close Meaningful

The monthly financial close is often viewed as a routine, sometimes tedious, task by hospital financial departments. Yet, when approached strategically, the monthly close can become a powerful tool for organizational alignment, insightful decision-making, and ongoing performance improvement. This a…