If data is used across multiple units, it is considered institutional data. There was a concern as to how this relates to the structure of the university. It was pointed out that the structure of the university is to respond to the needs of the students and the faculty. It was pointed out that there is a reference to the Associate Provost for Research, a position that doesn t exist. It was suggested that data has to be further defined.
Data needs to be shared.
Otherwise there are pockets of knowledge and control about information that might have impact on the future of the university. If the university is going to be quick moving and a power organization, need to be able to obtain data easily. Distributed and Centralized Computing Committee Report Jon Wilkenfeld, chair of the committee, reported on the activities of this committee. The committee also met with the CCAs to discuss the document. Mark Henderson offered to create a draft in collaboration with OIT s senior management team.