3.6 Conclusion
Thus far, little insight has been gained into how the needs of individual clients can be
translated into a client-centred supply of care and services. The concept mainly seems
to falter at a policy level, being used by many to express long-term goals, mission
statements and organizational visions only. However, the FO/BO configurations
presented in this paper enable all kinds of healthcare organizations to approach the
operational implications of client-centred care provision. Recognition of the potential
of this concept is an important first step in elaborating client-centred care and service
provision at the operational level. Adequate organization of specification phase
activities in every healthcare field is indispensable for providers who aim to do better
in terms of quality and efficiency. This makes our insights of great relevance to both
policymakers and practitioners.
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