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The institutionalization of operations research.

J F Phillips1, R Simmons, G Simmons

  • 1Department of Population Planning and International Health, School of Public Health, University of Michigan.

Progress in Clinical and Biological Research
|January 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Operational research (OR) requires appropriate design and context for successful institutionalization. Well-trained scientists, career paths, and collaborative linkages are crucial for integrating OR into practice and policy.

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Area of Science:

  • Social Sciences
  • Research Management

Background:

  • The institutionalization of operational research (OR) is critical for its sustained impact.
  • Inappropriate conceptualization and design hinder OR's integration into societal and programmatic contexts.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify key factors and pitfalls in the design and implementation of OR for successful institutionalization.
  • To explore strategies for fostering the integration of OR into research capabilities and policy.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on determinants of research utilization and OR institutionalization.
  • Analysis of factors influencing the adoption and sustainability of research practices.

Main Results:

  • Successful OR institutionalization depends on appropriate design, scientific credibility, and societal relevance.

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  • Well-trained social scientists, clear career opportunities, and long-term projects are essential.
  • Academic sponsorship, institutional linkages, and collaborative mechanisms foster OR integration.
  • Research utilization by program management and policymakers is the ultimate indicator of OR institutionalization.

    • Conclusions:

    • Effective OR institutionalization necessitates a focus on research design, scientific rigor, and contextual adaptation.
    • Investing in training, career development, and collaborative environments is vital for embedding OR.
    • Bridging the gap between research and action through policy and program utilization is paramount for OR's long-term success.