Background Example Implementations Challenges Lessons learned Protocol Deployment - SECN

SECN Background SECN staff located in multiple offices –No overlap between DM Staff and ‘ologists’ within network offices In early stages of protocol implementation Relatively large network staff DB design began in MS Access and has moved to SQL Server

Example Implementations Water Quality Protocol was first, followed by Shorebird Monitoring For both, data collection evolved over the first couple of years Reporting requirements are constantly growing – depending on the audience

Primary Challenges Communication

Primary Challenges Time Management

Primary Challenges IT related issues

Lessons Learned Balance the need for DB development with the stability of the protocol Include the DM in conversations related to protocol changes that affect the database Partnerships are great but can really make the data collection efforts vary and the DB development more challenging

Lessons Learned 2 Detailed annual work plans are key to making sure expectations are realistic Foster good relationships with IT staff Engage park staff, particularly on reporting needs – this will likely be different from what network ecologists want/need