A WHO study in Burkina Faso committed to :
Mapping purchasing in Burkina Faso (cartography)
Identify the influence of payment methods on provider behavior (incentives)
Analyze the aggregate effect on the performance of the healthcare system in relation to its objectives control of healthcare expenditure, efficiency, quality of care, financial protection, equitable access to services
Identify the governance factors that explain the observed effects
Discuss options and opportunities to improve coordination between buyers and between payment terms in order to move towards more strategic purchasing.
