& Collaborating to Build an Open Access Archive of Public Policy Research Coalition for Networked Information Task Force Meeting December 8, 2008 Washington, DC

Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis David W. Lewis Dean of the IUPUI University Library Brenda L. Burk IUPUI PolicyArchive Manager Center for Governmental Studies Romulo Rivera PolicyArchive Director &

Agenda The Partnership CGS and IUPUI Collaboration Making the Project Work Project Description Working Together Short demo Content Contributors Next Steps Technology, Content and Partnership

Nationally recognized for its strength in information technology. Established infrastructure for the digitization, management and preservation of electronic holdings. 20 years of documenting the field of philanthropy through its world-renowned library and archival collections. IDeA Open Access Archive Philanthropy Resources Online IUPUI eArchives

What IUPUI Brings to the Table Good technical infrastructure Library skills Concern and capability for long-term preservation Insistence on open access

Founded in 1983 Policy Research: Governance & Civic Engagement Internet & Media Solutions to Improve Public Policy Center for Governmental Studies

CGS Web Sites HealthVoteVideo Voter Digital DemocracyNext Ten ConnectLA PolicyArchive

What CGS Brings to the Table Experience developing technology in the policy arena Access to foundations as both content providers and funders Need to deliver quality product on a timely schedule Understanding and expertise in PR

Organizational Differences Organizational Setting CGS independent IUPUI Library embedded in university Funding CGS grants and contracts IUPUI Library base funded Size CGS small, nimble IUPUI Library larger, stable

Why It Works Strong Common Commitment to the Outcome Good Staff Good Formal Division of Labor –Distance may enhance Recognition of and Willingness to Trust Each Others Expertise –“Learn to be a good passenger.”

Finding Research

Sample Google Search

About PolicyArchive A state-of-the-art, comprehensive digital library of public policy research. Users can find foundation, academic, government and other research – free. Policy makers can quickly find research for more effective public policy. Content contributors can easily preserve and distribute their works to research audiences worldwide. Funders can assess existing research and determine areas for further study.

Researchers View Publication Summaries Download Publication View Reviews and Ratings* Add Publication to Bookshelf* View Supplementary Materials Advanced Searches Researchers Can:

Content Contributors View Publication Statistics Upload Research Manage Organization’s Profile Access Data Mining Reports View Recently Uploaded Content Contributors Can:

Site Usage Registered Users500 Average Monthly Traffic 5000 Traffic Sources Search Engines50% Direct Traffic25% Referrals25%

Content Providers as Partners In 2008, we collected over 20,000 documents from over 500 content contributors. The Approach Challenges Distribution and Licensing Special Collections

Research DocumentsOver 18,000 Content Contributors505 Broad Topics24 Subtopics306 Special Collections 4 Document Goal in ,000 Research in PolicyArchive Existing Content

Design CompletedAug Demo Launched Dec Beta Site CompletedJun Soft LaunchJun Special Collections Winter 2008 Phase 2 Early 2009 Project Milestones Project Timeline

Next Steps Content Deposit Mandates Harvesting Special Collections Software Web 2.0 Sustainable Fiscal Model

Revenue Projections Revenues and Expenses

Key Revenue Streams Data Mining Fee Direct Upload Fees by Author or Funder Publicity/Priority Placement Fees Professional Services Institutional Contributions PolicyArchive will generate revenues for services beginning in 2009, with the goal of becoming self- sustaining by Projected Revenues Could Include:

Questions? Brenda Burk IUPUI PolicyArchive Manager (317) Romulo Rivera CGS PolicyArchive Director (310) x123 David W. Lewis Dean of the IUPUI University Library (317) &