This expert webinar will discuss the challenges experienced by institutions when trying to procure new or replacement research management systems, such as a repository or current research information systems (CRIS).

Hosted by Jisc expert Kathryn Smith, product manager, research management, the webinar will cover what the challenges are, strategies that institutions can use and how Jisc can help, including supporting institutions to develop their requirements and making the procurement process more efficient using the research management system dynamic purchasing system (RMS DPS).

Increasingly complex internal and external research management requirements demand research management systems to facilitate seamless data sharing, collaboration, and interoperability across institutions, disciplines, and platforms.

There are many research management tools available – with differing sets of features and interoperability with other research systems, but these solutions can be costly and inefficient to procure. There are complex internal and external processes and policies to navigate and research professionals can find it difficult to determine which system will best meet their needs.