Table 1 Perceived attributes of an innovation and its respective variables
From: Factors related to the adoption of the Brazilian National Immunization Program Information System
Attributes | Description | Tool variables |
|---|---|---|
Relative advantage | The degree by which an innovation is perceived as better than its precursor. | V2, V5, V8, V13, V25 |
Compatibility | The degree by which an innovation is perceived as consistent with the values, past experiences and needs of adopters. | V9, V21, V23 |
Experimentation | The degree by which an innovation can be experienced before its adoption. | V3, V12, V24 |
Ease of use | The degree by which an innovation is perceived as easy of use. | V6, V14, V20, V22 |
Image | The degree by which the use of an innovation is perceived to improve an individual’s image or the status of a social system. | V4, V11, V27 |
Volutary use | The degree by which the use of an innovation is perceived as voluntary or spontaneous. | V1, V18, V28, V30 |
Visibility | The degree by which an innovation becomes visible to the individuals or groups of an organization. | V10, V16, V19, V29 |
Profitability | The degree by which the results of using an innovation are tangible. | V7, V15, V17, V26 |