Do not work through weaknesses in numerical order. Prioritise the missing fact that could change the decision or stop the next irreversible step.
| Low answer | Evidence to request | Accountable role | Useful output |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3–5: permissions and use | Contributor contracts, acquisition schedules, intended-use wording | General counsel | Cohort permissions register and rights matrix |
| 6–8: demand and partner | Dated procurement evidence, scope, permissioned references | Licensing leader | Partner evidence scorecard |
| 9–10: sample and preparation | Evaluation request, sample specification, acceptance tests | Data owner with counsel | Sample release plan and capped preparation scope |
| 11–13: economics | Fee definitions, reporting example, cash schedule | Finance | Net-proceeds model and remittance checklist |
| 14–15: delivery and exit | Operating responsibilities, retention schedule, termination effects | Data owner and counsel | Delivery plan and renewal/exit register |
Dataset documentation is a useful organising device: the original Datasheets for Datasets proposal covers matters such as composition, collection and intended use. Adapt that idea into a commercial archive sheet; documentation alone is not proof of licensing authority.