PLR has a rolling programme of modernisation and improvement objectives which are detailed in the Corporate Plan. Each year objectives that are recognised as official projects are all managed using the Prince2 project methodology.

Modernisation and improvement objectives 2007/2008:

OLGA (On-Line Gateway for Authors)

Development phase to continue (planned launch of Stage 2 is May 2007). Also, complete Stage 3 which will develop user access to e-Statements by Nov 2007.

Update: Stage 2 of the project was rolled out on target. PLR has received 70% of new applications via the online service. Stage 3 is on target to be completed by November 2007.

DORIS (Document Object Retrieval Information System)

Next phase of the project - which aims to implement electronic records management systems across the PLR office - includes enhancements to current system and expansion to include Author Services team documentation. To be implemented in staged developments by March 2008.

Update: Group 1 requirements are being developed and will be rolled out to staff in September 2007.

LEWIS (Loans Enquiry Web Information Service)

This project aims to make PLR's unique database of information on library book borrowing trends available to the public libary community.

Following pilot project, extend online access to LEWIS to an increased number of library authorities. Further development of the system will include access to archive loans data.

Update: The 3rd phase of this project is underway. The project team hope to role out online access to LEWIS early 2008.

ROSA (Review of Scheme & Act)

The Registrar and Advisory Committee have reviewed the PLR legislation and prepared proposals aimed at streamlining and modernising the Scheme's operation.

Following outcome of the 2007 government spending review discuss ROSA proposals with DCMS and agree implementation plan.

Accommodation Review

Undertake review of PLR's accommodation requirements. Make recommendations to the Registrar by October 2007.

IIP Reassessment

Aim to successfully achieve Investors in People status following a third re-assessment. (By October 2007.)

Advisory Committee Review

With DCMS and Advisory Committee members, review the Committee’s remit with a view to its supporting the Registrar across a wider range of operational activities.

Update: Revised Terms of Reference agreed with DCMS and the Committee, June 2007.

Awareness Strategy

With Advisory Committee, develop strategy to improve awareness of PLR scheme among authors from black and other ethnic minority communities.

Update: Strategy agreed at Advisory Committee, June 2007. Implementation now in progress.

Digital Developments

Establish Advisory Committee working group to review implications for PLR of digital developments in the publishing and library sectors.

Update: Working Party has met twice. Meetings with key players and agencies are being held, and information gathered. Interim report to be made to Advisory Committee, November 2007.

Irish PLR

Finalise discussions with Irish Government authorities on the support required from PLR to assist the emerging Irish PLR system, and initiate work.

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