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Golden Rules
Rule 1: Determine the Research Requirements
Rule 2: Identify the Data to Be Collected
- Type
- Size
- Volume
- File format
Rule 3: Define How the Data Will Be Organized
Rule 4: Explain How the Data Will Be Documented
Rule 5: Describe How Data Quality Will Be Assured
Rule 6: Present a Sound Data Storage and Preservation Strategy
Rule 7: Define the Project’s Data Policies
Rule 8: Describe How the Data Will Be Disseminated
Rule 9: Assign Roles and Responsibilities
Rule 10: Prepare a Realistic Budget

Ten Simple Rules for Creating a Good Data Management Plan