This one-day hybrid workshop presents the final roadmap and integration models from the NFCS-funded “Bridging the Gap” project.

The event will share findings on aligning research administration systems with digital research infrastructure using federated identity approaches.

Date: Thursday 25th June

Time: 10:00 – 16:00

Venue: RAL Visitor Centre R100, Harwell Campus

Registration for in-person attendance has now closed. Tickets for remote attendance are still available.

The workshop is designed to support shared understanding, cross-sector dialogue, and continued community development across research IT, administration, and governance roles.

Agenda:

• 10:00 – 11:00 Welcome, Project Overview and Introduction to the Blueprint
• 11:00 – 11:15 Break
• 11:15 – 12:15 Maturity Evaluation Exercise
• 12:15 – 13:15 Lunch
• 13:15 – 13:50 Implementation Approaches and Constraints
• 13:50 – 14:50 Technology and Communication Patterns Across the Project-to-Access Workflow
• 14:50 – 15:05 Break
• 15:05 – 15:30 Cross-system Discussion: Joining the Workflow Together
• 15:30 – 16:00 Final Feedback, Next Steps and Closing Remarks