Implementation science involves understanding the factors, processes, and environments that influence the introduction and uptake of new ideas or strategies. OPEN researchers use implementation science principles and practice as both self-reflection and as a planning tool for new initiatives. This type of work ensures that OPEN projects continue to be feasible, practical, and carry a higher probability of success. This work also assists in planning how to scale promising initiatives by forecasting where challenges may arise, understanding what features must be carried through from pilot projects, and creating transferable planning frameworks for decision-makers to design large-scale projects.