SPARCRequest Implementation Readiness Checklist

Project Initiation

1. A project charter exists.

2. A set of project management plans exist.

3. A project schedule has been created with benchmarks and milestones.

4. Participation in SPARCRequest Open Source Governance and Committees.

Cost Analysis

1. SPARCRequest costs and benefits have been evaluated in a cost/benefit analysis.

2. Return‐on‐investment analysis have been estimated and accounted for.

3. Funds and sources for ongoing adoption of required standards and upgrades will be part of the general budget.

Training

1. A formal training plan is part of the planning process. 

2. Additional training for users (and IT staff) involved in SPARCRequest adoption has been identified to ensure administrative users possess appropriate skill sets.

3. Training support plan is in place.

Workflow Process

1. Current and proposed SPARCRequest‐related administrative and clinical processes are documented in a process map and included in product evaluation process; planning process is in place for workflow redesign.

2. Policies, procedures and protocols necessary for SPARCRequest implementation have been analyzed developed, and ready to be introduced to the team. 

3. SPARCRequest implementation, workflow design and skill‐set gaps will be collaboratively developed for users