Impact from Research

One of the main objectives of the Transforming Construction Network Plus programme is to support academic research leading to a marked effect or influence on industry. To achieve the aims and objectives of the N+ programme we wanted to recommend an impact framework that would be best placed to support project teams.

In June 2020, the N+ team published the Guide: Creating Impact from Research.

After identifying and reviewing the options it became clear that existing frameworks covered many, but not all, of the elements we felt project teams needed when working to a tight timescale in a complex multi-stakeholder environment. To address this, we generated a simple and straightforward approach to assess and structure research and engagement activities to maximise impact for research project teams. This guide is for anyone who is undertaking research from which they would like to create impact.

Download the Guide: Creating Impact from Research

5 steps for impact creation

The framework consists of five steps. Each step represents planning and activities that combine to provide a foundation for developing impact in a structured and consistent way. Questions and tips are provided for each step to help prompt thinking and activity planning.

Steps:

Identifying Impact Goal(s)
Stakeholder Analysis
Identifying Activities and Outputs
Identifying Resources
Monitoring and Reflection

Find out more about the 5 steps

Hear from Leyla Miray Kaya from the N+ team.

Find out more about the framework

Watch Leyla Miray Kaya from the N+ team.

Comparison of Impact Methodologies

To build this guide, the N+ team has undertaken the comparison of highly reputable impact methodologies. The framework has been developed from a systemic literature review which has helped the team to identify 6 impact methodologies.