Table 1. IR4DTB modules

Module		Description	IR proposal-related output [proposal section]
1.	Preparing for IR	Introduces users to the fundamental concepts of IR and discusses the steps involved in identifying digital technologies to address implementation challenges and impacts.	[Overview] Preparatory steps for study design: building a team, conducting a literature review, and consulting with stakeholders
2.	Developing IR objectives and questions	Guides users on how to transform an identified implementation challenge into an IR objective; develop IR questions; prioritise and justify the need for research; and prepare a proposal introduction.	[Introduction] Study background and rationale, literature review, problem statement, research objectives and questions
3.	Research methods	Presents a review on implementation outcomes and the various essential research methods and tools available for: designing an appropriate study, including sampling, identifying the study population/ participants; cost-effectiveness; and addressing ethical considerations.	[Research methodology] Study design and identifying desired research outcomes, study population/participants, data collection methods, quality assurance, and ethics
4.	Data management and analysis	Introduces common IR data analysis methodologies and provides guidance on method selection; key principles of data management, and quality assurance.	[Research methodology] Data management and analysis plan
5.	Planning and conducting IR	Guides users through the preparation and planning needed to budget, launch, conduct, and monitor the intended IR project.	[Project plan] Research team composition, budget, risk assessment, mitigation strategy [Impact] Monitoring and evaluation plan
6.	Knowledge translation	Discusses the importance of translating IR findings into action and guides users on communication strategies used in knowledge translation.	[Impact] Knowledge translation and dissemination plan