The Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research

The Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR) is a tool used to understand and improve how new practices, programs, or policies are adopted and used within organizations, such as healthcare settings. It identifies key factors that influence success or challenges—including the characteristics of the intervention, the people involved, the inner organizational environment, and external influences. By systematically examining these areas, CFIR helps researchers and practitioners plan, implement, and evaluate changes more effectively, increasing the likelihood that beneficial innovations will be adopted and sustained successfully.