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How Data Managers Use DDI

Why DDI?

DDI provides a standardized, structured way for data managers to describe, curate, and archive research data.

How DDI Helps Data Managers

  • Improves Data Discovery: DDI makes data easier to search and access based on structured metadata fields (e.g., title, summary, time period, geographic coverage, methodology).
  • Ensures Data Consistency: Standardized documentation improves interoperability across repositories, reducing duplication and errors.
  • Supports Long-Term Preservation and Reuse: DDI-compliant metadata ensures data remain understandable and usable for future researchers -- years or even decades down the line.

How to Get Started

  1. Choose the Right DDI Product for Your Needs -- Explore the full range of DDI products to find the one that fits your workflow and goals.
  2. Structure Your Metadata -- Use standardized fields and controlled vocabularies to describe your data clearly and consistently.
  3. Integrate DDI into Your Workflow -- Implement DDI-compliant tools to improve metadata generation, enhance discoverability, and support curation.