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🔍 Needs Analysis

Needs analysis is a fundamental step in implementing an effective research data management strategy. Our team supports you in this process to precisely identify your needs and propose suitable solutions.

🤝 Our Support Approach

💬 Initial Interview

During an initial interview, we discuss your research project, your objectives, and your constraints. This first step allows us to understand your context and expectations regarding data management.

Topics covered during the interview: - 📊 Nature and volume of data to be managed - ♻️ Data lifecycle (collection, processing, analysis, archiving) - 🔒 Security and confidentiality requirements - 🤝 Collaboration and sharing needs - ⚖️ Technical and regulatory constraints

Evaluation of Technical and Organizational Constraints

Following this interview, we conduct an in-depth analysis of the technical and organizational constraints related to your project:

  • Technical constraints: data formats, existing infrastructures, integration with other tools, etc.
  • Organizational constraints: workflows, role distribution, training needs, etc.
  • Regulatory constraints: GDPR, funder requirements, institutional policies, etc.

Proposal of Suitable Tools

Based on this analysis, we propose a selection of tools and solutions adapted to your needs. This proposal may include:

  • Storage and backup solutions adapted to your data volumes
  • Sharing and collaboration tools to facilitate teamwork
  • Data valorization platforms to fully exploit their potential
  • Recommendations on best practices to implement

Request Support

If you would like support for analyzing your research data management needs, please contact us.

You can also consult our tool list to discover the solutions we offer.