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Part III. Appendix 3: Data Archive and AccessIn parallel with identifying potential partnerships, IOOS should develop a standard briefing packageto use in approaching these groups. The briefing should explain the IOOS objectives and optionsfor their participation as a data center in the IOOS Archive System. A second version, intendedfor potential user groups, would assist in building support for the effort.A second parallel effort should be started to develop partnership tools—standard Memorandum ofUnderstanding, grant/contract clauses, etc.—that convey IOOS requirements. Having these toolspre-approved by the appropriate legal and administrative authorities will avoid delays in implementingpartnership arrangements later. An additional benefit of starting these early in the implementationphase is that the approval process will uncover any obstacles to our partnership strategy,and allow more time to obtain any necessary exemptions or revisions to the regulations.214