A mixed-method cross-sectional feasibility study was conducted in Dutch long-term care organizations involving professionals in innovation. The research team used the Maastricht Innovation Readiness Approach, which includes a questionnaire and a consensus meeting, to evaluate how well the method works.
The study included 173 participants who completed the initial questionnaire, with 128 finishing a follow-up survey one month later. Results showed good intrarater reliability for the questionnaire and that 88% of participants felt the approach provided insight into their organization's readiness. Additionally, 84% recommended the method to other organizations.
However, the study has important limitations. It remains unclear whether conducting MIRA actually improves innovation readiness or leads to successful innovation outcomes. Longitudinal studies are needed to follow organizations over time as they implement steps to improve readiness. This guideline suggests the approach is feasible for assessing readiness and supporting group reflection, but it does not prove the method causes better innovation results.