DMP Tool for templates, funder requirements, and sample plans
DMPTool
The DMP Tool is a free, open-source application that helps researchers create data management plans (DMPs). Under "Funder Requirements" find templates for DMPs specific to particular agency or organization requirements, along with links directly to funding agency documentation. You can also view sample DMPs tailored to specific funders.
DMP Tool - U-M templates
DMP Tool also holds templates created by U-M, including ones designed for qualitative/humanities research as well as DMP templates for research teams or labs.
- Sign into DMP Tool and select "Create Plan"
- Under "Which DMP template would you like to use?" find U-M created templates
Other tools, templates and examples
- Qualitative DMP Competition WinnersExemplary DMPs; competition sponsored by Qualitative Data Repository, DMP Tool, and Princeton Research Data Service. See also the evaluation rubric (https://osf.io/wdxtq/) used by judges.
- Data Management Plan DatabaseOpen, searchable database of DMP examples from organizations in the U.S and elsewhere, including over 40 DMPs in the social sciences.
- Guide to Social Science Data Preparation and Archiving: Best Practice Throughout the Data Life Cycle (6th Edition) (ICPSR)Section 3 focuses on data management plans; the "Framework for Creating a Data Management Plan" includes example text for various sections as well.
Last Updated: Mar 20, 2025 10:20 AM
Subjects: Social Sciences