The Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR) is a determinant framework that includes constructs from many implementation theories, models, and frameworks; it is used to predict or explain barriers and facilitators to implementation success.
CFIR is among the most widely applied implementation science frameworks; it has been used most often within US healthcare settings, but it has also been used in non-healthcare settings (e.g., public health, education) and outside the US (e.g., Europe, Australia, Africa).
After 15 years of use in the field, the original framework was updated based on user feedback obtained via literature review and survey, and the updated CFIR and companion CFIR outcomes addendum were published in 2022. In addition, the original CFIR development team expanded into a larger CFIR Leadership Team (CLT), consisting of implementation scientists with a wealth of experience applying CFIR in their own projects as well as training others to use CFIR.
What can I do with CFIR?