This section provides a checklist of areas to be addressed when developing or reviewing a model.
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Criteria |
Adequate (Y/N) |
Suggested changes |
Problem identification |
Do the Terms of Reference clearly identify the reasons for undertaking or updating the model? |
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Context |
Is the model being developed/reviewed in response to significant change in circumstance or strategic direction? |
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Does the model build on existing studies, strategies and other evidence? |
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Does the model avoid simply updating and/or duplicating previous work? |
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Outputs |
Will the model provide information that will inform and respond to national/regional and local strategic documents? |
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Will the model provide information that can be used for future planning and investigation activities on the transport network? |
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Does the proposal include a process to ensure that the model can be maintained and updated? |
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Funding |
Does the study include indicative timing and funding plans and alternative sources of funding? |
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Does the study represent value for money? |
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Is there a multi-party funding agreement where more than one Approved Organisation receives benefit? |
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Technical review |
Does the proposal establish a process for peer review by Transport Agency? |
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Does the proposal identify a process for developing a technical committee to oversee the development model? |
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