The Implementation of Learning Organization in the Integrated Planning for Healthcare Programs: A Narrative Review

Faculty of Public Health, Universitas Diponegoro, Central Java, Indonesia

^* Corresponding author: ranitiyas@lecturer.undip.ac.id

Abstract

Integrated planning is a critical step in the successful implementation of healthcare programs. However, this process often encounters obstacles such as hero cultures and silo mentalities. Effective integrated planning requires systems thinking, a shared vision, sound mental models, and cohesive teamwork in a learning organization framework. This study aims to explore the implementation of learning organizations in the integrated planning for healthcare programs. This study employed a literature review method with a narrative review approach, with data collected from scholarly articles accessed via Google Scholar, ProQuest, and Scopus using keywords and search strategies such as “health program AND learning organization,” “health program AND mental model,” “health program AND personal mastery,” “health program AND team building,” “health program AND systems thinking,” and “health program AND shared vision.” The findings indicated that an adaptable mental model is essential for addressing evolving recent health problems. Strong personal mastery is also crucial for adapting to new regulations and technologies, as well as enhancing resilience in problem-solve. A shared vision is fundamental for fostering collaboration and discussion among program planners across departments. Systems thinking enables a comprehensive approach to problem-solving, moving beyond a fragmented view. Finally, a learning-oriented team is vital for ensuring effective planning, built on trust and a shared vision. Learning organizations should be cultivated in healthcare institutions to improve the effectiveness of integrated planning for health programs.