Table 6.

Key lessons from the implementation of the Rapid Assessment Protocol for Insulin Access in six low- and middle-income countries

Lessons learnt
–	Need for a formalized approach and robust methodology
–	Credibility of research team
–	Strong local partners
–	Research fills a clear gap in knowledge
–	Having context-specific results able to yield explicit recommendations
–	Need for a strong and comprehensive dissemination strategy involving a variety of local partners and strong local champions
–	Availability of results in peer reviewed publications, websites, and presentations
–	Importance of knowledge brokers, such as the WHO, and the need to influence these brokers in order to help inform policies