9. Value for Canada

The NRC-CISTI Strategic Plan 2005 – 2010 represents a unique opportunity for Canada to reap the benefits of a robust STM information flow. Through investment in this Plan, Canadian researchers and entrepreneurs will have at their fingertips the right information, tools, and access to information experts needed to further their research and commercialization activities. This integrated, partnership-based approach to STM information will result in a Canadian scientific infostructure and a viable national STM publishing infrastructure. The competitive advantages offered by this investment will lead to better research and a more innovative economy.

To advance these goals, NRC-CISTI will

• Provide universal, seamless access to the world's STM information
• Enable research and innovation outputs to support wealth generation
• Enhance the ability of Canadians to participate fully in national and international scientific dialogue

To ensure success, NRC-CISTI must

• Engage partners for new initiatives
• Build and implement Canada's scientific infostructure
• Implement a viable STM publishing infrastructure
• Deliver solutions that support commercialization
• Build our expertise to offer innovative services
• Maintain and enhance revenue streams
• Attract new funding to support NRC-CISTI's national mandate