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Table 10-1. RD&T Evaluation Strategy

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R&D Investment Criteria and PART Annual Internal Program Review External Coordination and Review
Assesses RD&T Relevance, Quality, and Performance

Evaluates Processes for RD&T Program Planning, Budgeting, and Management
Annually Assesses Implementation of Investment Criteria and PART

Ensures That RD&T Is Evaluated According to Best Practices

Identifies Opportunities for Crossmodal InitiativesPrevents Unnecessary Duplication
Ensures That RD&T Addresses Critical Needs

Identifies RD&T Priorities and Programmatic Direction

Upholds Technical Quality of RD&T

Provides Basis for Developing Effective Performance Metrics