Institutional Support

Raise Awareness
  • Establishing a unified communication strategy across research data management service providers that is cohesive and consistent.
  • Host further conversations with ECU researchers on RDM needs and strategies.
Promote RDM Practices and Training
  • Fostering an environment of learning about RDM including processes, practices and documentation, especially to support the proactive integration of sensitive data considerations and Indigenous data protocol.
  • Develop resources for training on RDM practices in a central online location available for all researchers.
  • Invest in training for relevant Library and Research + Industry Office staff to support RDM practices.
Provide or Support Access to RDM Tools and Supports
  • Establishing a unified RDM portal that provides a trusted single source of information across all?areas of the institution.
  • Exploring centralized options to support data management plans and data security and privacy services.
Engage in Further Planning and Policy/Guidelines Development
  • Working with other ECU interested parties and colleagues from peer institutions, develop policies and guidelines that support RDM best practices.
  • Update relevant ECU policies to ensure alignment with Tri-Agency RDM requirements.