Expertise
Assessment & Evaluation
IRC implements scientifically valid, state-of-the-art, and evidence-based research and evaluation efforts.
We facilitate implementation and quality improvement work, and access to the data and information needed to demonstrate the appropriate impact of program work.
We develop the following items:
- Customized quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research and evaluation plans
- Continuous quality improvement plans
- Questionnaires, survey instruments, and other data collection tools and protocols
- Pilot studies
- Structured, semi-structured, and open interview protocols
- Focus group and observation protocols
- Data analytic plans
- Customized data visualizations
- Reports, publications, and presentations
Data, Analytics, & Informatics
IRC facilitates the entire analytics life cycle, from data collection and analysis to reporting, transforming real-world data into actionable insights for informed decision making.
We collaborate across disciplines and cross-functional teams to streamline data processes and meet program needs efficiently.
We provide a comprehensive suite of data services, including:
- AI and LLM-driven integrated automation
- Analysis and reporting to support project excellence
- Customized, dynamic dashboards and visualizations
- Data collection and reporting protocols/work plans
- Data standardization and harmonization
- Data-driven applications (e.g., tools, web apps)
- Relational database development and maintenance
- Replicable/scalable analysis and reporting frameworks
- Seamless API-driven data orchestration
Implementation & Technical Assistance
IRC focuses on delivering excellent technical assistance through strengths-based partnerships, authentic collaborations, tailored support, effectual communication, and critical attention to detail.
We provide data-informed and individualized support to project partners through in-person and virtual meetings, working sessions and consultation, and phone and email communication.
Our program implementation specialists provide technical assistance to support effective program/evidence-informed strategy implementation, as well as thoughtful application and incorporation throughout your organization.
We deploy strategies to mitigate and overcome barriers to successful implementation and utilization.
We provides support for ongoing performance measurement and data-driven continuous quality improvement.
Training Design & Facilitation
IRC’s innovative training expertise empowers clinicians to improve the health of underserved and at-risk populations.
We create current and customized evidence-based learning experiences through extensive research and collaboration with subject matter experts.
We use best-practice adult learning designs to maximize the skill and knowledge transfer needed to identify and address critical substance use and community health challenges.
We use a variety of authoring tools and learning platforms such as Articulate 360, Synthesia, Genially, and Canvas, to develop and facilitate live and online training that is accessible and engaging.
Our training enables healthcare professionals and leaders to effectively integrate learned skills into daily clinical routines to sustain best-practice care.