An implementation team is a team charged with designing and leading the implementation of an organization-wide change strategy (Higgins et al, 2012). Implementation teams may be started by repurposing existing staff or hired in new positions or roles. A dedicated team of 3 or more FTEs provide a solid core, capable of managing the day-to-day design and implementation tasks associated with active implementation. Such roles should include expertise and experience with the innovation being adopted and have authority and resources necessary to coordinate the work. Implementation teams should be led by an identified implementation coordinator. According to NIRN, “Implementation Team members have special expertise regarding programs, implementation science and practice, improvement cycles, and organization and system change methods.  They are accountable for making it happen; for assuring that effective interventions and effective implementation methods are in use to produce intended outcomes for children and families.” (see: https://nirn.fpg.unc.edu/module-1/implementation-teams)

Higgins, M., Weiner, J., & Young, L. (2012). Implementation teams: A new lever for organizational change. Journal of Organizational Behavior. http://doi.org/10.1002/job.1773