SURplus, innovation and effectiveness in CRIS

Abstract

SURplus is CILEA's software platform to collect, manage and report about institutional research activities and intellectual output. It provides tools to control and evalutate research results within organizations, to enhance visibility and allocate resources effectively. SURplus is a CRIS (Current Research Information System), i.e. an information tool that provides access to and disseminates research information about people, organizations, activities (projects, research contracts), results (publications, patents), facilities, equipment, and so on. SURplus produces knowledge about the state of research at an institution, its strengths and its weaknesses. It turns data into strategy and competitive advantage for institutions.