Tools
- DMP Tool
DMPTool is a free, open-source, online application that helps researchers create data management plans. These plans, or DMPs, are now required by many funding agencies as part of the grant proposal submission process. The DMPTool provides a click-through wizard for creating a DMP that complies with funder requirements. It also has direct links to funder websites, help text for answering questions, and resources for best practices surrounding data management.
Federal Mandates
Many government grant funding agencies are requiring data management plans. Here are some examples from a few of the agencies.
Resources for Creating Data Managment Plan
- Elements of a Data Management Plan from ICPSRAdvice from Inter-University Consortium for Political and Social Research (ICPSR). Site includes links to examples and resources.
- Data Management Plans from Harvard Medical SchoolData Management Plan basics, examples, checklists, and more.