This invitation to tender invites bidders to submit proposals for a study that will seek to establish a clearer understanding of the role that modification of data management practices could play in reducing institutional consumption of energy and resources. It therefore encompasses topics such as information life cycle management (ILM), digital records management, digital archival practice and choices of storage hardware.

ITT: Assessing the Role of Digital Information Management Practice in Reducing the Environmental Impact of ICT Use in HE

This invitation to tender invites bidders to submit proposals for a study that will seek to establish a clearer understanding of the role that modification of data management practices could play in reducing institutional consumption of energy and resources. It therefore encompasses topics such as information life cycle management (ILM), digital records management, digital archival practice and choices of storage hardware.

The aim of this work is to provide evidence that establishes the efficacy of using information management methods as components of  'Green ICT' strategies within UK Higher Education environments, and to highlight existing practices which are capable of wider replication.

Total funding of up to £50,000 (including VAT, travel and subsistence) is available for this project.

The deadline for proposals is 12 noon on Monday 16 March 2009.

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Submission Deadline
16 March 2009 12:00
Funding
Up to £50,000
Committees
  • JISC Integrated Information Environment committee
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