The RDA DMP Common Standard for Machine-Actionable DMPs (DCS) WG is getting more and more attention leading to new requirements for extensions and other features. Thanks to the recent major enhancements of usability and contributability of the DCS which introduced significant changes that will benefit the community in adopting the standard and developing its extensions. While the session will address the needs of newcomers who may not be familiar with the standard, it will also provide valuable insights for experienced attendees. The aim is to ensure that all participants, regardless of their level of familiarity with the standard, can engage effectively and gain valuable knowledge from the meeting. Therefore, the objectives of the session are:

• Understand the enhancements made to the DMP Common Standard for maDMPs and its impact on overall contributability and maintainability.
• Explore the practical benefits of adopting the upgraded DMP Common Standard for maDMPs in research data management workflows.
• Learn best practices for effectively contributing to as well as extending maDMPs using the enhanced DMP Common Standard, improving collaboration and data sharing.
• Discover strategies for maintaining and updating maDMPs and its extensions efficiently, ensuring their continued relevance and usefulness throughout the research lifecycle.
• Identify potential challenges and solutions related to implementing and integrating the upgraded DMP Common Standard into existing data management processes.
• Gain insights into successful case studies and experiences from organizations that have leveraged the enhanced contributability and maintainability of the DMP Common Standard for maDMPs.
• Discuss future directions and ongoing developments in the field of maDMPs, considering how the improved standard can further enhance research data management practices.
   

• Welcome and Introductions (5 minutes)
  • Overview of the DMP Common Standard (DCS) for maDMPs (10 minutes)
  • Provide a quick recap of the standard, its history, and the current status of the Working Group (WG).
  • Highlight the key features and concepts behind the standard.
• Presentation of the Enhanced Standard (20 minutes)
  • Present the architecture of the enhanced DCS, including the website and repository structure.
  • Demonstrate the defined procedures for extending and contributing to the maDMPs using the standard.
  • Share any relevant updates or developments regarding the project.
• Showcase of maDMP Extension and Contribution (15 minutes)
  • Show real-life examples of extensions of DCS and contributions to DCS.
  • Highlight the benefits and impact of these contributions on research data management.
• Group Discussions (30 minutes)
  • Divide participants into smaller groups (based on audience on-site) to facilitate interactive discussions.
  • Discuss challenges, lessons learned, and best practices related to extending and contributing to maDMPs using the standard.
  • Share experiences and insights on implementation, integration, and adoption of the enhanced standard.
  • Encourage participants to exchange ideas.
• Wrap-up and Next Steps (10 minutes)
  • Summarize the key takeaways from the discussions.
  • Discuss any action items or follow-up tasks resulting from the meeting.
  • Provide information on resources, documentation, or upcoming events related to the standard and maDMPs.

The target audience for this meeting is likely to include representatives of organizations involved in machine-actionable / automatized research data management, particularly those who are interested in or currently working with maDMPs (machine-actionable Data Management Plans). This may include:

• Data Stewards and Data Managers responsible for implementing data management practices.
• Representatives from funding agencies or research institutions interested in data management standards.
• Developers and technical experts involved in the design and implementation of data management systems.
• Members of the DMP Common Standard Working Group and related working groups.
• Policy makers and administrators responsible for research data governance and compliance.
• Data scientists and researchers interested in utilizing maDMPs for data analysis and discovery.

We expect that the level of technical knowledge and familiarity with the DMP Common Standard may vary among the audience. Therefore, the agenda and content will be structured in a way that accommodates both those new to the topic and those with more advanced understanding.