UBC DRI Needs Assessment

From May 17th - June 12, 2021, UBC Advanced Research Computing (ARC) and the UBC Library from both Vancouver and Okanagan Campuses launched the DRI Needs Assessment Survey to investigate UBC researchers’ needs in 25 distinct areas relating to DRI. the survey received a total of 241 responses. Following the survey, three focus groups were conducted with UBC researchers to gain additional insights. Key findings from the survey indicate a need for increased collaboration among units providing DRI training and support, and an enhanced communication strategy to engage researchers with DRI campus training and supports.