Which of the following is an important characteristic of a performance indicator?

Performance indicators must be measurable (C) to allow objective data collection and analysis. Time-limited (A), process-oriented (B), and outcome-oriented (D) are not universal requirements. NAHQ prioritizes measurability as a core characteristic.

NAHQ CPHQ Study Guide, Performance and Process Improvement Section, “Performance Indicators and Metrics”; NAHQ CPHQ Practice Questions, Quality Measurement.