Capabilities
For private sector and academic institutions:
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Assistance with the development of research proposals, with an emphasis on those intended for TRB research programs. Backstreet offers essential guidance on writing successful proposals as well as reviewing draft proposals to optimize your chance of success.
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What sponsors are looking for
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Key success criteria
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Describing your experience and qualifications
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How to develop practical research products
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How to structure a winning research methodology
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How to add value to an RFP
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Balancing expertise with sponsor needs – the need for flexibility
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Describing your facilities
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Issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion
For public agencies:
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Guidance on how best to develop, enhance, sustain, operate, and measure the impacts of world-class transportation research programs.
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Staffing and management structure – how to ensure effective leadership and communication
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Topic solicitation and selection – how to ensure you are meeting your agency’s top priorities
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Writing effective research problem statements
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Reporting – for staff, management, and sponsors
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Metrics – how to measure success
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Client relations – keeping a positive working relationship with your researchers
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Project management – what are the essentials
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Effective budget management
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How to sustain and increase funding levels