Identify and determine any adaptations needed to effectively implement the innovation This tool helps identify and build out the core components or essential functions of an innovation that is being developed. Box Link
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Return on Investment
Assess the fit of potential innovation(s)/select or build an innovation based on fit Economic measure used to indicate how much economic benefit is derived from a program in relation to its costs Box Link
Outcome Mapping
Assess the fit of potential innovation(s)/select or build an innovation based on fit; Assess outcomes; Collect data to support fidelity monitoring and improvement; Measure and evaluate the performance/ impact of the innovation. Process for planning, monitoring and evaluating development initiatives in order to bring about change Box Link
Racial Equity Impact Assessment
Assess the fit of potential innovation(s)/select or build an innovation based on fit Systematic examination of how different racial and ethnic groups will likely be affected by a proposed action or decision. Box Link
Root Cause Analysis
Assess the fit of potential innovation(s)/select or build an innovation based on fit Systematic process for identifying root causes of problems or events and identifying opportunities to respond to them Box Link
The Hexagon Tool
Assess the fit of potential innovation(s)/select or build an innovation based on fit This tool facilitates the use multiple data points to helps users make informed choices about which evidence-based innovation(s) will fit and be feasible within a given context. This tool can be used with established or newly designed strategies. Box Link
Impact Matrix
Identify & prioritize innovation(s) to address leverage points; Assess the fit of potential innovation(s)/select or build an innovation based on fit. Helps determine which strategy(s) from a list of potential strategies should be implemented first to address the challenge identified.
Synthesizing the Evidence Tool
Collect more information on “what works” and synthesize findings This tool can be used to organize and summarize key information/findings from your search for “what works.” Box Link
Key Driver Diagram
A tool that is a visual summary of the overall strategy to address your challenge. It helps users to consider a wide range of possible strategies that could be implemented and helps a team prioritize their scope and areas of influence. Box Link
Results-Based Accountability
Collect more information about their challenge and the context. This process guides users through a series of questions and activities that help to identify the desired results, explore relevant data to inform partner and innovation selection, and develop an action plan. Box Link