Dear colleagues,
The IVOA Executive concluded during its August 2006 meeting at the Prague IAU that it is now appropriate to review the functioning and goals of the IVOA. There are two primary reasons for this: 1) the IVOA has been in existence for about 5 years, and it is time to make sure that the IVOA is on the right track and working effectively; and 2) many IVOA member projects are transitioning from development to operations, and it is necessary to make sure that the IVOA will accommodate their changing needs.
We are soliciting comments from the entire IVOA community on all aspects of the IVOA. The Assessment form is at
http://www.ivoa.net/pub/assessment2007.html
The questions are intended to solicit your thoughts on all aspects of IVOA functions. You may of course select the topics on which you want to send your views, raise additional questions and contribute comments on any additional topic.
Your form will be read by the IVOA Board Chair and Vice-chair (the two of us). You have several options about what will be done with your comments. You also have the option to remain anonymous or to identify yourself.
A first discussion of the assessment results will be held at the next IVOA Exec telecon (March 8th). Please send your contribution as soon as possible. We need the forms BY MARCH 4th so that we can have a first look at them before the Exec telecon.
Feel free to contact us if you need any clarification about the form or the assessment process.
Francoise & Dave Received on 2007-02-14Z10:04:29