摘要: |
5 To ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of the FHWA R&T Program, the purpose of this Plan is to provide a framework for its continuing efforts. Elements of the framework include: a systematic R&T process; stakeholder engagement throughout the process; performance evaluation and measurement; and deployment and implementation of technology and innovation that improves the quality, cost-effectiveness, and timeliness of products, procedures, processes, and practices. The framework and the Plan were developed with input from stakeholders, including participants in a structured workshop held in October 2002. Attendees included internal and external stakeholders representing a broad range of transportation community interests. The workshop identified issues to be addressed in the Plan. Approaches to R&T from other Federal agencies (see 'Background Paper Matrix' in appendix B for a summary of this data) and from the U.S. Department of Energy were also considered in developing the Plan. The Plan outlines a strategy and a Federal role for investing in and conducting research on behalf of FHWA partners and stakeholders. It incorporates three elements considered to be essential by other wellestablished Federal R&T programs: Involving stakeholders throughout the process. Employing merit reviews. Evaluating research and deployment on an ongoing basis. |