ARMS Referenced in Ambitious Australia R&D Final Report
The Australasian Research Management Society (ARMS) is pleased to be referenced in the recently published DISR Final report - Ambitious Australia: Strategic Examination of Research and Development, a landmark review examining the future of Australia’s research and development system.
The report reflects key positions advanced by ARMS through its advocacy and sector engagement, including the need for long‑term, coordinated investment in research infrastructure. As highlighted in the report:
“Stable and predictable infrastructure investment is critical to maintaining Australia’s competitiveness and enabling efficient use of resources. Infrastructure funding should be accompanied by clear planning frameworks that allow for coordinated investment and renewal across institutions and agencies.”
This statement aligns closely with ARMS’ sustained advocacy on behalf of Research Management Professionals, who play a critical role in maximising the value, impact, and integrity of research infrastructure across the system.
As the peak body representing the research management profession in Australasia, ARMS continues to advocate for:
- - Long‑term, sustainable research and infrastructure investment
- - System‑wide planning and coordination to support efficient resource use
- - Recognition of research management expertise in research policy and strategy
- - A capable, future‑focused research management workforce
Being referenced in the Ambitious Australia final report reflects the growing recognition of research management perspectives in national policy discussions. ARMS will continue to work with government, funding bodies, and sector partners to ensure these perspectives inform future research system reform and investment.
Learn more about ARMS advocacy and policy engagement: https://www.researchmanagement.org.au/advocacy
