Which tool is commonly utilized to display performance data over time?

A run chart is a valuable tool for displaying performance data over time as it illustrates trends, shifts, and patterns in the data. By plotting data points along a time axis, a run chart allows health information professionals to track performance indicators and understand how processes change over a defined period. This visual representation aids in identifying any variations in performance and facilitates the assessment of the impact of any interventions or changes implemented.

While a control chart also displays data over time, it specifically includes control limits that visually indicate whether a process is stable or out of control. This makes it more advanced for certain types of quality control analyses. A pie chart is used for illustrating proportions within a whole, making it unsuitable for time series data. A bar graph typically compares discrete categories rather than showing trends in continuous data over time, thus limiting its utility in performance measurement over periods.