Australia now has a national framework for institutional research data management (RDM), which can help universities and research organisations create a data-rich institutional approach to research. To help institutions address the challenges around RDM, the Australian Research Data Commons (ARDC) partnered with 25 Australian universities in the Institutional Underpinnings program to: facilitate a more cohesive, collaborative approach to RDM across Australia’s universities and research institutions more generally. support an overall uplift in their RDM capability in line with the responsibilities outlined under the Australian code for the responsible conduct of research. This joint effort culminated in a national framework for institutional RDM, the Research Data Management Framework for Institutions. Highlighting 19 elements essential for RDM, 9 of which were identified for immediate action, the framework helps institutions: design RDM policy, procedures, infrastructure and services improve coordination of RDM within and between institutions. The framework is intended specifically for Australian universities but may be useful to other research institutions. It provides an institutional-level perspective and was informed by key stakeholders across relevant business units at each university. More information View more outputs of the Institutional Underpinnings program