Spread Planner | Institute for Healthcare Improvement

There is a large gap that exists between available knowledge and the use of that knowledge in practice. Effective dissemination of new systems occurs when several elements are present in an organization. These include: 

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• strong executive and day-to-day leadership, 
• widely available information for potential users about how to implement the new system, 
• a communication campaign with a strong message about the benefits of the new system, 
• data on desired outcomes as the new system is implemented, 
• and identification and training of key messengers who can explain the new systems to others. 

This Spread Planner from the IHI, provides some guidance to develop a spread plan and move the effort forward.