This is a joint session of the Active Data Management Plans IG, which is the place to discuss the evolution and monitoring of DMPs, and of the DMP Common Standards WG, that focuses on technical implementation and harmonization of adoption across platforms. The session builds on the longstanding collaboration of RDA members who have expressed their commitment to support machine actionable Data Management Plans (DMPs) in the Salzburg Manifesto, an initiative born during the RDA P21 in Austria. The joint session aims to drive forward these collaborative efforts by inviting more professionals into the discussions and laying the groundwork for new working groups dedicated to enhancing machine-actionable DMPs. Specifically, P22 identified the need to clearly address the actions but also the extensions of the DMP Common Standard that will enable active DMPs to be produced and consumed in different contexts and by different stakeholders and third party services. As the DMP Common Standards WG is in maintenance mode, we agreed last time that a new WG should be founded. Thus, the session’s primary goal is to continue the discussions with the RDA community to develop a comprehensive Case Statement for the new working group(s), including a clear 12-18 months workplan, to be submitted for formal approval by the end of the year. In addition, the session seeks to inform on new advancements across regions, particularly with respect to the European Open Science Cloud (EOSC) through the OSTrails project in Europe and the DMP_IDs developments in collaboration with Datacite.

Objectives:
– Identify current landscape trends.
– Promote collaborations and alignment on the adoption of active DMPs across regions.
– Present the draft Case Statement for the new working group focused on actions/APIs and extensions for machine-actionable DMPs.
– Develop a detailed 12-18 months workplan for the new working group.
– Facilitate community discussions that will inform the future directions of the groups.

– Welcome and introductions of co-chairs and participants (5 minutes)
Presentation of current developments in different regions (10 minutes)
– Presentation of the Case Statement and workplan ideas (15 minutes)
Detailed overview of the Case Statement for new working group(s)
Proposed objectives, scope, and initial workplan ideas
– Interactive discussion and workplan development (50 minutes)
Open floor for questions and feedback on:
Objectives and Scope
Key Actions and Milestones
Potential Challenges and Solutions
– Closing remarks and next steps (10 minutes)

Our session is designed to engage both long-term participants and newcomers who have a vested interest in the development and implementation of machine-actionable Data Management Plans (maDMPs). We welcome the continued involvement of our existing contributors, whose experience and insights are invaluable to the progression of our initiatives. At the same time, we are actively seeking fresh perspectives and expertise from new participants who are eager to contribute to the evolution and extension of maDMPs. This includes individuals and organizations who can offer:

Practitioners who have successfully implemented maDMPs and can share best practices and lessons learned.
Experts interested in developing new functionalities or extending the capabilities of existing maDMP frameworks.
Stakeholders who can provide real-world scenarios, pilot projects, or test environments to validate and refine our solutions.
Developers and technologists who can assist with creating, testing, and standardizing maDMP tools and interfaces.
Representatives from research institutions, funding bodies, and policy makers who can offer insights into institutional needs and policy implications.
Whether you are a seasoned participant or new to the field, your contribution is essential to advancing the goals of our groups and ensuring the successful implementation and evolution of machine-actionable DMPs.