This framework is based on the work of researchers Johann Windt, Kerry MacDonald, David Taylor, Ben Sporer, David T. Martin, and Bruno D. Zumbo who have conducted a literature review titled: “To Tech or Not to Tech?” A Critical Decision-Making Framework for Implementing Technology in Sport (Full Text). Here are their key insights. 👇

For those who like a short text version of the authors' findings, here it is:

Did you know that there are 4 key pitfalls regarding the implementation of sports tech that can be avoided by closer internal & external collaboration to improve decision-making?

This has been studied by researchers from The University of British Columbia. They conducted a review study of the benefits and pitfalls of technology in sports science and medicinal applications. The result is a 4-step decision-making framework in which the following key questions need to be answered:

• Would the promised information be helpful?
• Can you trust the information you will be getting?
• Can you integrate, manage, and analyze the data effectively?
• Can you implement the technology in your practice?

On the positive side, they found that reliable technology and a correct implementation lead to high-value creation, such as getting a holistic perspective on the athlete. On the negative side, they found that technology and its data are not always transparent or trustworthy and don't always deliver a clear and actionable message.

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Sports organizations should use this framework and collaborate with stakeholders to answer these key questions. This will support the choice of the appropriate technology and smooth implementation.