Investigating the Implementation of Monitoring Technology: An Interdisciplinary Collaborative Process

The complexity of implementing monitoring technology in healthcare presents numerous challenges, making it impractical for a small group of researchers to select observation windows and gather meaningful data. We developed a structured collaborative process involving about 20 individuals from informatics, data science, social science, practical implementation and healthcare to design protocols for investigating the implementation of monitoring technology in general ward and operating room settings through interviews, surveys and observations. Including practical implementation experts without research experience played a pivotal role, as their insights ground the protocols in practical realities. A Power-Interest Matrix is developed through an iterative process that incorporates the perspectives of those directly involved in the implementation. This matrix helps to identify and analyze key stakeholders, mapping their influence and interest in the implementation process and serves as a guide for engaging with relevant actors throughout the project.