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What should my data management plan include?

There are several core sections that should be included in an operational Data Management Plan. The core components include:

  • Roles & Responsibilities
  • Onboarding & Exit Procedures
  • File Storage & Organization
  • Documentation
  • Data & Metadata Standards
  • Sharing & Dissemination
  • Retention, Archiving, & Disposal

For additional information on the components of a Data Management Plan, review the "About This Guidance" section of the RCIU Guidance for the Management of Research DataGuidance for maintaining accurate and appropriate record of research RC IU Guidance for the Management of Research Data website.

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