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Table 1 Sample agents and contextual factors

From: Toward optimal implementation of cancer prevention and control programs in public health: a study protocol on mis-implementation

Domain

Model-relevant construct

Sample elements

Sources

Agent (individual)

Attitudes

- Appeal of evidence-based practices

- Openness to innovation

Aarons et al. [97]

Skills

- Use economic evaluation in the decision-making process

- Adapt programs for different communities and settings

Gibbert et al. [31]

Jacob et al. [56]

Barriers

- Lack of knowledge of EBDM

- General resistance to changing old practices

Maylahn et al. [98]

Jacobs et al. [57]

Agent (organizational)

Resources

- Program funding

- Expertise of available staff

Erwin et al. [99]

Brownson et al. [52]

Leadership/management support

- Agency leadership values EBDM

- Management practices of direct supervisor

Brownson et al. [18]

Jacob et al. [56]

Barriers

- Lack of incentives in the agency for EBDM

- Organizational culture does not support EBDM

Jacobs et al. [57]

Gibbert et al. [31]

Contextual (external)

Partnerships

- Maintains a diverse set of partners

- Compatible processes between partners

Brownson et al. [18]

Massatti et al. [32]

Policy support

- Supportive state legislature

- Supportive governor

Brownson et al. [52]