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This paper chronicles the process employed by one small non\u2010governmental organisation in Malawi from the selection of a programme through implementation, describing challenges and successes along the way in order to facilitate the adoption process for NGOs in sub\u2010Saharan Africa or other low\u2010income countries.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Discussion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Upgrading the data collection system presented a daunting challenge. Despite the significant learning curve for the entire team, the implementation phase proceeded smoothly. Although staff remained apprehensive, they also understood the need for change and fully invested in the process.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The benefits of electronic charting outweigh the struggles involved in learning a new system. 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