Close the gap

Abstract

The importance of research information systems is growing -- worldwide. More and more software manufacturers are scenting the big business. More and more institutions are going "live". In addition to meeting the ministerial reporting needs, the external presentation of research activities and research results is often a major goal for research institutions. However, many points fall by the wayside with standard mode go-lives. A research information system only creates added value and a competitive advantage for researchers and institutions when:

• it is fully integrated into the (strategic) processes

• the data in the FIS is of an appropriate quality

• data flows are fully automated

• the external presentation of research services focuses on the institution itself and not on the product behind it

• it has the necessary acceptance and usage rate within the institution.