Examples about how to understand the current situation – a topic from Quick reflection: risks without a data management strategy.
Real-world example
ELIXIR Germany: differences between institutes
Do not assume that all institutes organise RDM in the same way.
Real-world example
ELIXIR Luxembourg: why a written data management strategy
Use the data management strategy to write down boundaries that are currently handled case by case.
Real-world example
ELIXIR Netherlands: mapping strengths and gaps
What looks like a gap may be a visibility or coordination issue.
Real-world example
ELIXIR Spain: Open Science resources in national policies
Mapping policy references can make the Node’s contribution more visible and show where ELIXIR resources are already embedded in national Open Science and Data Management priorities.
Real-world example
ELIXIR Spain: RDM practices and challenges
A survey can provide evidence for future RDM priorities.