scholarly journals Action Research in eHealth design and implementation: A literature review of best practices and lessons learned (Preprint)

10.2196/31795 ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kira Oberschmidt ◽  
Christiane Grünloh ◽  
Femke Nijboer ◽  
Lex van Velsen
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Best Practices ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Design And Implementation

Action Research in eHealth design and implementation: A literature review of best practices and lessons learned (Preprint)

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kira Oberschmidt ◽  
Christiane Grünloh ◽  
Femke Nijboer ◽  
Lex van Velsen
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Action Research ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Best Practices ◽  
Academic Skills ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Ar Model ◽  
Applied Model ◽  
Design And Implementation ◽  
Contextual Setting

BACKGROUND Action Research (AR) is an established research framework to introduce change in a community following a cyclical approach and involving stakeholders as co-researchers in the process. In recent years, it has also been used for eHealth development. However, little is known about the best practices and lessons learned of utilizing AR for eHealth development. OBJECTIVE his literature review aims to provide more knowledge on best practices and lessons learned from eHealth AR studies. Additionally, an overview of the context in which AR eHealth studies take place is given. METHODS A semi-systematic review of 44 papers reporting on 40 different AR projects was conducted to identify best practices and lessons learned in the research studies while taking into account the particular contextual setting and used AR model. RESULTS Important recommendations include attention for the training of stakeholders’ academic skills, as well as the various roles and tasks of action researchers. The studies also highlight the need for constant reflection and for accessible dissemination suiting the target group. CONCLUSIONS The literature review identified room for improvements regarding communicating and specifying the particular AR definition and applied model.

scholarly journals Healthcare Signage Design: A Review on Recommendations for Effective Signing Systems

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 45-65 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rita Rodrigues ◽  
Rita Coelho ◽  
João Manuel R. S. Tavares
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Best Practices ◽  
Implementation Process ◽  
Analytical Framework ◽  
Healthcare Facilities ◽  
Cultural Contexts ◽  
Design And Implementation ◽  
Healthcare Settings ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Guidelines And Recommendations

This article provides a set of recommendations, selected from the systematic literature review carried out, regarding signage systems for healthcare institutions that can be used for designing or redesigning more competent signage systems. The signage systems in healthcare settings are usually poorly designed due to the expansion of the original facilities, a lack of awareness of existing guidelines by the developers, and a lack of agreement between the existing recommendations. There are several guidelines and recommendations available in the literature; however, each work was developed for specific cultural contexts, so there is a lack of uniformity among them. Hence, there is a need to uniformize the guidelines for signage design in healthcare, in order to provide supportive information for developers to build and implement effective and efficient signage systems. This study examined the available literature on the subject and established a set of guidelines organized in categories to help the design process. A literature review was conducted, and 34 selected publications were analyzed from which recommendations were created. A best practices manual was also studied and used as the analytical framework to establish the design categories of the developed recommendations. This review resulted in guidelines divided into nine design categories that should be considered in the design and implementation process of signage systems in healthcare facilities.

scholarly journals Applying restorative approaches in intercultural settings in Serbia: Theoretical departures and methodological approach of the VDS’ action research in three multiethnic communities

Temida ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 18 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 81-102
Author(s):  
Vesna Nikolic-Ristanovic ◽  
Jelena Srna ◽  
Sanja Copic
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Best Practices ◽  
Restorative Justice ◽  
Methodological Approach ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Ethnic Communities ◽  
Third Way ◽  
The Third ◽  
Raising Awareness ◽  
The Eu

During 2014 and 2015 within the EU funded FP7 research project ALTERNATIVE, the Victimology Society of Serbia implemented an action research with the aim to test the applicability of the ?Third way? model in multi-ethnic communities in Serbia, more directly affected by the wars in the former Yugoslavia, and to further up-grade it, both theoretically and practically. Additionally, the action research aimed at coming to the ideas about possible future steps, and developing a tool (practical guide/manual) for applying restorative approaches in intercultural settings in Serbia. The action research consisted of two parts: the participatory seminars titled From the conflict toward the peaceful life in the community, which were implemented in three multi-ethnic communities in Serbia (Medvedja, Prijepolje and Backa Palanka), and developing the Manual on best practices of applying restorative justice approaches in intercultural settings that should serve for raising awareness and education on restorative approaches in conflict transformation. The aim of the article is to present main theoretical departures and methodological approach of the action research, with a particular focus on the seminars, as well as main conclusions and lessons learned in regard applicability of restorative approaches in the multiethnic communities in Serbia.

Maturing the lean capability of front-line operations supervisors

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 2-22
Author(s):  
Julie A. Sisson
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Best Practices ◽  
Training Program ◽  
Employee Engagement ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Training Design ◽  
Front Line ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Qualitative Methodologies

Purpose Research has shown that one of the reasons lean transformations fail is inadequate lean knowledge of supervisors. The purpose of this paper is to discuss the development of a lean training program for front-line manufacturing supervisors to provide them with the knowledge needed to engage their teams in daily continuous improvement. Design/methodology/approach A literature review was conducted on best practices in training design for positive transfer. Action research using qualitative methodologies was used to develop and pilot a new lean leadership training program for supervisors at one site within a case study company. The pilot was evaluated and continuously improved for future waves of training, consistent with action research, lean philosophies and training best practices. Findings Employee engagement has dramatically increased since the training class began and the number of lean improvements implemented in Operations at the case study company has increased 160 per cent. Manufacturing lead-time has also been reduced by more than 30 per cent. Because of the positive results from the training, it has been expanded at the pilot site and spread to other sites within the case study company. Research limitations/implications As with any case study, one must take care when attempting to generalize findings beyond the case being examined. However, the pilot training program was successfully extended to several sites across different business segments of the case study company, increasing the likelihood that similar results may apply in other cases. Originality/value The case provides empirical evidence of the development of an effective training program to mature the lean capability of supervisors. Other companies seeking to provide training to develop front-line lean leaders can benefit from the lessons learned from the case study.

scholarly journals CHANGES IN MANAGING PROJECTS DUE TO COVID-19 IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lenka SMOLÍKOVÁ
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Project Management ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Best Practices ◽  
Project Managers ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Project Teams ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Main Research ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – this paper investigates the changes in managing and leading the projects due to COVID-19 in the Czech Republic. Research methodology – a literature review, qualitative analysis based on conducted interviews with project managers in the Czech Republic. The main research objective is to obtain best practices and lessons learned from project managers in the IT sector. Findings – the findings are based on interviews with project managers and reflect the reality in the Czech Republic in the field of project management. It describes what the project teams and project managers had to face during the pandemic. Findings are derived from the research and presented at the end of the paper. Research limitations – the limitation of this paper is related to the research location, which was in the Czech Republic. The author suggests to extend the sample of data and include other countries in future investigations. Practical implications – findings provide recommendations for successful project management in the future projects. Originality and value – can be found in the recommendations for companies and lessons learned that can be used in managing new projects.

Adapting Tactical Military Structures to the Current and Future Operational Environments

2020 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 157-162
Author(s):  
Paul Tudorache ◽  
Lucian Ispas
Keyword(s):  
Best Practices ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Organizational Adaptation ◽  
Common Denominator ◽  
Military Operations ◽  
The Future ◽  
Military Units

AbstractUsing the lessons learned from recent military operations such as Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR) from Syria and Iraq, we proposed to investigate the need for tactical military units to adapt operationally to grapple with the most common requirements specific to current operational environments, but also for those that can be foreseen in the future. In this regard, by identifying the best practices in the field that can be met at the level of some important armies, such as USA and UK, we will try to determine a common denominator of most important principles whose application may facilitate both operational and organizational adaptation necessary for tactical military units to perform missions and tasks in the most unknown future operational environments.

Best Practices for Data Visualization: Creating and Evaluating a Report for an Evidence-Based Fall Prevention Program (Preprint)

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Srijesa Khasnabish ◽  
Zoe Burns ◽  
Madeline Couch ◽  
Mary Mullin ◽  
Randall Newmark ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Best Practices ◽  
Implementation Science ◽  
Data Visualization ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
Fall Prevention ◽  
Prevention Program ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Data Display ◽  
Fall Prevention Program

BACKGROUND Data visualization experts have identified core principles to follow when creating visual displays of data that facilitate comprehension. Such principles can be applied to creating effective reports for clinicians that display compliance with quality improvement protocols. A basic tenet of implementation science is continuous monitoring and feedback. Applying best practices for data visualization to reports for clinicians can catalyze implementation and sustainment of new protocols. OBJECTIVE To apply best practices for data visualization to create reports that clinicians find clear and useful. METHODS First, we conducted a systematic literature review to identify best practices for data visualization. We applied these findings and feedback collected via a questionnaire to improve the Fall TIPS Monthly Report (FTMR), which shows compliance with an evidence-based fall prevention program, Fall TIPS (Tailoring Interventions for Patient Safety). This questionnaire was based on the requirements for effective data display suggested by expert Stephen Few. We then evaluated usability of the FTMR using a 15-item Health Information Technology Usability Evaluation Scale (Health-ITUES). Items were rated on a 5-point Likert scale from strongly disagree (1) to strongly agree (5). RESULTS The results of the systematic literature review emphasized that the ideal data display maximizes the information communicated while minimizing the cognitive efforts involved with data interpretation. Factors to consider include selecting the correct type of display (e.g. line vs bar graph) and creating simplistic reports. The qualitative and quantitative evaluations of the original and final FTMR revealed improved perceptions of the visual display of the reports and their usability. Themes that emerged from the staff interviews emphasized the value of simplified reports, meaningful data, and usefulness to clinicians. The mean (SD) rating on the Health-ITUES scale when evaluating the original FTMR was 3.86 (0.19) and increased to 4.29 (0.11) when evaluating the revised FTMR (Mann Whitney U Test, z=-12.25, P<0.001). CONCLUSIONS Best practices identified through a systematic review can be applied to create effective reports for clinician use. The lessons learned from evaluating FTMR perceptions and measuring usability can be applied to creating effective reports for clinician use in the context of other implementation science projects.

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