Tools
The Action Mapping Tool was produced by PHE as part of the WSA approach and accompanied by a guide on how to use the tool.
Purposes of the Action Mapping Tool
- Collate key information about local actions on obesity.
- Map current and planned actions against causes of obesity.
- Understand where current actions are being invested and where future efforts may need to be targeted.
- Self-assess actions and key performance indicators (KPIs) against anticipated outcomes.
The Action Register tool is also part of the PHE guide. It can be used to note down all future and current actions, including potential stakeholders, outcomes and system structures, and gain an insightful overview over what is taking place.
There is a wide selection of useful tools for running in person and online workshops out there. This is a selection of the tools that have been used so far in the WSA procsess.
- Online whiteboards: Miro, Mural
- Meeting planning: SessionLab, Google Sheets
- Virtual facilitation platforms: Visio
- Engagement tools: Mentimeter, Kahoot
- Video conferencing: Zoom, Microsoft Teams
- Survey tools: Google Forms, SurveyMonkey
- File storage and document sharing: Google Drive, OneDrive
- Online communication tools: MS Teams, Slack
- Task management: Trello, Todoist
- Note-taking apps: Evernote, OneNote
- Online design tools: Canva, Visio
An important part of WSA is system mapping and there is number of tools that have proven helpful.