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The overall project work plan of every research project must include a DMP. [Read more]
The overall project work plan of every research project (as discussed in SM 502.2) must include a DMP. Project work plans are broad in scope and cover all aspects of a project including project purpose, significance, methodology, staffing, budget, timelines and deliverables. DMPs are focused on the data-related aspects of the project. Both project and data management plans are essential and should be maintained as project documents.