The objective of this section is to provide the participants with an understanding of the strategic context within which the project fits. This should include an overview of the Health Improvement Plan and service strategy prepared by the NHSScotland Body, any reviews or strategies and any relevant national initiatives which impact on the project.
Other related projects (by the NHSScotland Body or other NHSScotland Bodies) either under way or proposed should be referred to in this section as being of relevance to the scheme. In addition, trends in health care generally which may affect the development of the scheme eg the trend towards shorter lengths of stay or the move towards expanded role of primary care providers could be included. All of this information should be presented at a high level, so as to provide a "picture" of the project in context.
The other important element in this section is a statement of commitment to the project from the Scottish Government Health Directorates.
The information required for this section should be available in the Outline Business Case.