Validating the information technology (IT) implementation framework to Implement mHealth technology for consumers: A...

Area of Science:

• Digital Health
• Health Informatics
• Behavioral Science

Background:

• Mobile health (mHealth) technologies offer potential for community-level health promotion.
• Existing frameworks for Information Technology (IT) implementation require evaluation for mHealth applicability.
• Smoking cessation among people living with HIV presents unique challenges for technology adoption.

Purpose of the Study:

• To assess the applicability of the IT Implementation Framework for integrating mHealth technology in a community setting.
• To identify factors influencing the adoption and sustained use of the Sense2Quit mHealth app for smoking cessation.
• To determine modifications needed for the IT Implementation Framework when applied to mHealth interventions.

Main Methods:

• A case study approach was used to examine the implementation of the Sense2Quit App.
• The study focused on smoking cessation among individuals living with HIV.
• Factors within the IT Implementation Framework were analyzed for relevance to mHealth technology.

Main Results:

• Phases two through five of the IT Implementation Framework were found applicable to the mHealth intervention.
• Phase one of the framework was not directly applicable in this mHealth context.
• The study identified specific factors relevant to mHealth implementation.

Conclusions:

• The IT Implementation Framework is a valuable tool for implementing mHealth technology for community-level health promotion.
• Stakeholders can use this case study to evaluate mHealth implementation for chronic conditions.
• Understanding user preferences, habits, confidentiality, and digital literacy is crucial for sustained mHealth app usage.