Reflecting on Implementation

Collect and discuss quantitative and qualitative information about the success of implementation

A process of reviewing and analyzing the actions taken during the implementation of the proposed solution, identifying successes, challenges, and areas for improvement.

A process of evaluating and assessing the adequacy, efficiency, and effectiveness of the resources allocated or utilized during the implementation of the proposed solution.

Deliberate reviews and analyses of the progress made in scaling up the implementation of the proposed solution, identifying achievements, setbacks, and opportunities for adjustment.

Observing and evaluating the validity and accuracy of the assumptions made about the proposed solution's implementation and its expected outcomes.

Thoughtful consideration and analysis of the assumptions underlying the proposed solution, reflecting on whether they hold true or need adjustment based on observed outcomes.

Tracking and assessing the implementation of the planned activities and strategies outlined to achieve the goals of the proposed solution.

Engaging in critical examination and review of the plans developed for the implementation of the proposed solution, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and areas for refinement or adaptation.

A schedule or plan outlining when monitoring activities will be conducted to track progress, assess performance, and gather data related to the implementation of the proposed solution.

The individual or team designated to oversee and carry out the monitoring activities, ensuring that they are conducted effectively and according to the established timetable.

A schedule or plan outlining when reflection activities will be conducted to review and analyze the results, assumptions, and plans related to the scaling progress of the proposed solution.

The individual or team responsible for facilitating and leading reflection activities, ensuring that lessons learned are captured, insights are shared, and adjustments are made as needed to support the scaling process effectively.

The ease with which the uptake and quality of implementation of the initiative can be observed and assessed

The systematic process of tracking the progress and quality of an initiative's implementation

The determination of the merit, worth or significance of something.

A learning process that puts experience at the heart of learning and development

NESTA's vision on learning for innovation

Mechanisms that allow for continuous feedback and improvement in processes and systems.

Methods and instruments used to assess the effectiveness of programs and interventions.

The ability of an organization to conduct thorough evaluations of its initiatives.

Monitoring the advancement of an innovation through its scaling stages to ensure it is on track.

Conducting trials to assess the viability and effectiveness of innovations.

systematic processes for assessing the progress and outcomes of a project to ensure effectiveness and guide improvements

the subsequent benefits and impacts that result from the utilization of outputs, often at the organizational or community level

the long-term, sustainable impacts of a project on the well-being of the target population

ensures that potential users can see the results in practice

the processes of tracking performance and assessing the outcomes of a model to inform decision-making

the achievement of intended outcomes and goals through the implementation of a model

monitoring the effects of introducing the new model and making adjustments if the results differ from what was intended

assesses how, why, for whom, and under what conditions changing actions influence impacts within a dynamic system.

process of evaluating the effectiveness of the concept through specific indicators and data collection

evaluations are systematic processes to determine the effectiveness, impact, and sustainability of interventions. They involve assessing processes, outcomes, and contexts to inform decision-making and improve future implementations​

an adaptive evaluation is an approach that combines elements of realist and developmental evaluations, focusing on understanding the context, supporting innovation, and facilitating scaling. It emphasizes continuous learning, adaptation, and the use of various techniques depending on the complexity of the task​

an overall theory of change outlines the pathways through which an intervention is expected to lead to the desired outcomes. It includes assumptions, intermediate steps, and the relationships between different components of the intervention​

hypothesis testing involves systematically evaluating specific predictions about the outcomes of an intervention. This process helps determine whether the intervention is having the expected effects and informs adjustments​

data assessment is the process of collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to evaluate the effectiveness of an intervention. It includes identifying relevant data sources, ensuring data quality, and using data to inform decision-making​

the process of critically analyzing the outcomes and processes of an intervention to understand what worked, what didn’t, and why. It informs future decisions and adjustments to improve the intervention​