Open AccessA conceptual model to guide research on the activities and effects of innovation champions
Author(s) -
Christopher M. Shea
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
implementation research and practice
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2633-4895
DOI - 10.1177/2633489521990443
Subject(s) - champion , operationalization , empirical research , conceptual model , public relations , political science , computer science , epistemology , law , philosophy , database
The importance of having a champion to promote implementation efforts has been discussed in the literature for more than five decades. However, the empirical literature on champions remains underdeveloped. As a result, health organizations commonly use champions in their implementation efforts without the benefit of evidence to guide decisions about how to identify, prepare, and evaluate their champions. The goal of this article is to present a model of champion impact that draws upon previous literature and is intended to inform future research on champions and serve as a guide for practitioners serving in a champion role.