Common use of Communication management and internet technology Clause in Contracts

Communication management and internet technology. The integration of the IT communication software platform into the network is a key activity that will take place within the first 3 months of the commencement of the project. Around the operating system, the database and the communication system are the essential components of the EuroFIR system architecture. EuroFIR will be underpinned by a robust and well-established web- based e-community software platform. This software will provide a common shared platform, which will facilitate the co-ordination and implementation of the programming and adaptation of the partners’ activities. Critically, the software will reinforce the electronic information and communication networks to support interactive working between the teams involved and in the spreading of excellence via dissemination, communication and networking activities both within the network and to teams external to the network. In addition, the software will support the mobility of researchers within the network by alerting members of the researcher positions open within the network organisations. Furthermore, it will enable members to connect with existing relevant pan-European food research and information networks. An online newsletter will be included, being updated regularly (monthly) to highlight additions and changes to the site content. The network’s IT operating system will support the generic applications: Knowledge Management (KM), Document Management (including publications and methods repositories, reports and publications; DM); Centres Skills & Infrastructure Inventory Management (CSM) and the Food Composition Database Management (FCDM). Other tools such as video conferencing and e- learning applications will also be available. The network will be central for the provision of services to a wide range of users and therefore needs interconnection with other FP6 IPs and NOEs. The proposed integrating activities will allow for the reinforcement of electronic information and communication networks to support interactive working between the various centres and teams and this will be carefully monitored to assess confidentiality and accuracy of the information. They include: • The general public will have access to information about EuroFIR through a website (xxx.xxxxxxx.xxx). The development of this website will follow recommendations of the documents “Europe 2002: Quality Criteria for Health related Websites” issued by the European Commission COM (2002) 667 final. • The research community constituted by all the EuroFIR members will have access to their data and applications; Knowledge, Document & Data Management Systems; the Nutrient and Bioactive Databank, and other integrating activities. However, restricted access to some parts of the system will be foreseen in order to protect IPR. This will be accessible with an Intranet. • A limited selection of organisations beyond the EuroFIR members (policy makers, industry, professionals and other NGOs) will have access to EuroFIR knowledge and applications via an Extranet. • E-learning tools will provide educational and training procedures for disseminating knowledge both within the EuroFIR XXX and towards the academic community (e.g. food and health scientists), agro-food industry, retail sector, regulatory authorities, and consumers. • A video conferencing system will be established through the EuroFIR Co-ordinating Centre. IA1.1: Integrated organisation of knowledge and information flow Responsible: IFR, Management Office, DTU, NKUA, AUA, UiO, BNF & Baigent. Duration and tasks: M1-18

Communication management and internet technology. The integration of the IT communication software platform into the network is a key activity that will take place within the first 3 months of the commencement of the project. Around the operating system, the database and the communication system are the essential components of the EuroFIR system architecture. EuroFIR will be underpinned by a robust and well-established web- based e-community software platform. This software will provide a common shared platform, which will facilitate the co-ordination and implementation of the programming and adaptation of the partners’ activities. Critically, the software will reinforce the electronic information and communication networks to support interactive working between the teams involved and in the spreading of excellence via dissemination, communication and networking activities both within the network and to teams external to the network. In addition, the software will support the mobility of researchers within the network by alerting members of the researcher positions open within the network organisations. Furthermore, it will enable members to connect with existing relevant pan-European food research and information networks. An online newsletter will be included, being updated regularly (monthly) to highlight additions and changes to the site content. The network’s IT operating system will support the generic applications: Knowledge Management (KM), Document Management (including publications and methods repositories, reports and publications; DM); Centres Skills & Infrastructure Inventory Management (CSM) and the Food Composition Database Management (FCDM). Other tools such as video conferencing and e- learning applications will also be available. The network will be central for the provision of services to a wide range of users and therefore needs interconnection with other FP6 IPs and NOEs. The proposed integrating activities will allow for the reinforcement of electronic information and communication networks to support interactive working between the various centres and teams and this will be carefully monitored to assess confidentiality and accuracy of the information. They include: • The general public will have access to information about EuroFIR through a website (xxx.xxxxxxx.xxx). The development of this website will follow recommendations of the documents “Europe 2002: Quality Criteria for Health related Websites” issued by the European Commission COM (2002) 667 final. • The research community constituted by all the EuroFIR members will have access to their data and applications; Knowledge, Document & Data Management Systems; the Nutrient and Bioactive Databank, and other integrating activities. However, restricted access to some parts of the system will be foreseen in order to protect IPR. This will be accessible with an Intranet. • A limited selection of organisations beyond the EuroFIR members (policy makers, industry, professionals and other NGOs) will have access to EuroFIR knowledge and applications via an Extranet. • E-learning tools will provide educational and training procedures for disseminating knowledge both within the EuroFIR XXX and towards the academic community (e.g. food and health scientists), agro-food industry, retail sector, regulatory authorities, and consumers. • A video conferencing system will be established through the EuroFIR Co-ordinating Centre. IA1.1: Integrated organisation of knowledge and information flow Responsible: IFR, Management Office, DTUDFVF, NKUA, AUA, UiO, BNF & Baigent. Duration and tasks: M1-18

Communication management and internet technology. The integration of the IT communication software platform into the network is a key activity that will take place within the first 3 months of the commencement of the project. Around the operating system, the database and the communication system are the essential components of the EuroFIR system architecture. EuroFIR will be underpinned by a robust and well-established web- web-based e-community software platform. This software will provide a common shared platform, which will facilitate the co-ordination and implementation of the programming and adaptation of the partners’ activities. Critically, the software will reinforce the electronic information and communication networks to support interactive working between the teams involved and in the spreading of excellence via dissemination, communication and networking activities both within the network and to teams external to the network. In addition, the software will support the mobility of researchers within the network by alerting members of the researcher positions open within the network organisations. Furthermore, it will enable members to connect with existing relevant pan-European food research and information networks. An online newsletter will be included, being updated regularly (monthly) to highlight additions and changes to the site content. The network’s IT operating system will support the generic applications: Knowledge Management (KM), Document Management (including publications and methods repositories, reports and publications; DM); Centres Skills & Infrastructure Inventory Management (CSM) and the Food Composition Database Management (FCDM). Other tools such as video conferencing and e- e-learning applications will also be available. The network will be central for the provision of services to a wide range of users and therefore needs interconnection with other FP6 IPs and NOEs. The proposed integrating activities will allow for the reinforcement of electronic information and communication networks to support interactive working between the various centres and teams and this will be carefully monitored to assess confidentiality and accuracy of the information. They include: • The general public will have access to information about EuroFIR through a website (xxx.xxxxxxx.xxx). The development of this website will follow recommendations of the documents “Europe 2002: Quality Criteria for Health related Websites” issued by the European Commission COM (2002) 667 final. • The research community constituted by all the EuroFIR members will have access to their data and applications; Knowledge, Document & Data Management Systems; the Nutrient and Bioactive Databank, and other integrating activities. However, restricted access to some parts of the system will be foreseen in order to protect IPR. This will be accessible with an Intranet. • A limited selection of organisations beyond the EuroFIR members (policy makers, industry, professionals and other NGOs) will have access to EuroFIR knowledge and applications via an Extranet. • E-learning tools will provide educational and training procedures for disseminating knowledge both within the EuroFIR XXX and towards the academic community (e.g. food and health scientists), agro-food industry, retail sector, regulatory authorities, and consumers. • A video conferencing system will be established through the EuroFIR Co-ordinating Centre. IA1.1: Integrated organisation of knowledge and information flow Responsible: IFR, Management Office, DTUDFVF, NKUA, AUA, UiO, BNF & Baigent. Duration and tasks: M1-1860