Implementation
/ˌɪmplɪmənˈteɪʃən/
Definitions
2 meaningsThe process of putting a decision or plan into effect.
/ˌɪmplɪmənˈteɪʃən/
The act of putting a plan, system, or policy into effect.
The company is focused on the successful implementation of its new marketing strategy.
💡 Simply: Imagine you have a great idea for a game. Implementation is when you actually *build* and *play* the game, making the idea real. It's taking the plan and making it happen!
👶 For kids: It means making a plan happen. Like, you have a plan to build a tower, and implementation is when you start building it!
More Examples
The implementation of the new regulations will be a complex process.
They are studying the implementation methods to optimize the results.
How It's Used
"The implementation of the new software system took several months."
"The implementation of the new algorithm improved performance."
"The implementation of the new laws was met with resistance."
A particular method or system of putting something into effect.
/ˌɪmplɪmənˈteɪʃən/
A specific system or procedure used to put something into effect.
The software's implementation allows for greater data processing speed.
💡 Simply: When you're building something, like a LEGO castle, you have to use a certain *method* or set of steps. That specific set of steps is the implementation.
👶 For kids: It's like a special way of doing something. If you want to make cookies, the recipe is the implementation.
More Examples
There are different implementation options based on the technology.
They reviewed the implementation details to find problems.
How It's Used
"The software requires a specific implementation to run correctly."
"The project team needs to create a detailed implementation plan."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
Implementation science
The scientific study of methods to promote the systematic uptake of research findings and other evidence-based practices into routine practice.
"Implementation science is crucial for improving healthcare outcomes."
From the verb 'implement', which comes from the late Latin 'implēmentum' meaning 'filling up, accomplishing', derived from 'implēre' meaning 'to fill, fulfill'.
The word 'implementation' gained prominence with the rise of management science and technology, especially in the 20th century, describing the practical execution of plans and designs.
Memory tip
Imagine you are filling a container (like a plan) with the tools and actions needed to make it work. Implementation is the act of filling that container.
Word Origin
"to fill, accomplish (implēre)"