What is a results framework and how does it differ from a logframe?
Nov 13 2026 · Planning
A results framework maps outputs, outcomes and impact with indicators, baselines and targets. Here is how it differs from a logframe and how to build one.
A results framework is a structured map of a programme's results: outputs, outcomes and impact, each with indicators, baselines, targets and means of verification. It is broader than a logframe because it can hold several intervention areas and cross-cutting themes as first-class rows. Donors such as UN agencies, the World Bank and USAID-style funders often request one. Build it from your existing indicator set: map each indicator to a level, add theme rows for GEDSI and climate, and check every means of verification. Keep one source of truth and derive the framework from it, never a second spreadsheet.
What is a results framework?
A results framework is a structured map of a programme's results. It shows the chain from activities to outputs, outcomes and impact, and attaches indicators, baselines, targets and means of verification to each level. It is not just a table; it is a way to organise several intervention areas and cross-cutting themes in one view.
Think of it as a set of linked grids. Each grid covers a result area, and together they form the framework. This makes it easier to see how different workstreams contribute to shared outcomes.
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