Figure 1
The five pillars approach
Figure 2
Project methodology and time frames
Figure 3
Infographic of RDM services and projects mentioned by stakeholders in the review
Figure 4
Recommendations and pillars addressed
Table 1
Grading criteria for actions
| Grading | Description |
|---|---|
| Green | Actions that deliver operational improvements or efficiencies. These can be largely delivered within existing resources, or the necessary funding has already been secured. |
| Amber | Actions that contribute to achievement of the University’s strategic priorities or enhance the quality of research. Some additional investment and/or changes to institutional governance processes may be required. |
| Red | Actions that directly support achievement of the University’s strategic priorities or address strategic risks. Additional investment and/or changes to institutional governance arrangements are required. |
Table 2
Fields included in the spreadsheet version of the road map
| Column header | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Recommendation # | Number of the recommendation | 1, 2, 3, … |
| Recommendation | High-level recommendation | Text (see Figure 4 for examples) |
| Action # | Number of the action grouped under a recommendation | 1.1, 1.2, 2.1… |
| Action | Specific action grouped under a recommendation | Text |
| Oversight responsibility | Individual responsible for overseeing the implementation of the action (e.g. Chair of committee) | Text |
| Primary responsibility for implementation | Individual(s) or group primarily responsible for implementing the action | Text |
| Additional responsibility for implementation | Other individual(s) or group responsible for implementing the action | Text |
| Cost | Estimated cost of the action, if available | Currency or Category (Low/Medium/High) |
| Type of cost | Likely type of cost arising from the action | Category (e.g. recurring staff costs, project staff, infrastructure and service provision) |
| Time frame | Time frame for the implementation of the action | Category (Short/Medium/Long term) |
| Priority | Priority of the action, based on the outcome of the review | Category (Low/Medium/High) |
| Implementation mechanisms | Specific implementation mechanisms, if known (e.g. ongoing project, new role within the University) | Text |
| Notes | Any other notes or details that cannot be captured in structured form | Text |
Figure 5
Road map in infographic format