Guiding Principles

EMERGING INNOVATIONS

Strength of Evidence

Limited number of reports/pilots and/or informal observation that has evaluated the program/product and/or formal assessment is ongoing

Scale of Coverage

The program/product has only been implemented in one setting but is theoretically applicable to other sites, facilities in health system and socio-political, governance, cultural and ethnic dimensions and financial settings

Impact [Including Equity]

The program/product can have a positive impact on health outcomes, equity and/or health care system performance. The program/product is expected to improve access to healthcare and health outcomes in rural areas

Replicability, System and Contextual Fit

At least a village/ cluster of identified population not less than 500 persons

ESTABLISHED INNOVATIONS

Strength of Evidence

Well planned product assessment OR program evaluation has been completed and gives complete information

Scale of Coverage

The program/product has been implemented in multiple sites facilities in health system and socio political, governance, cultural and ethnic dimensions and financial settings

Impact [Including Equity]

Results consistently demonstrate that the program/product has a positive impact on health outcomes, equity and/or health care system performance. The product/program is designed for rural and/or remote areas specifically

Replicability, System and Contextual Fit

At least a block if not a district