Plans for 2011/12

1We will continue to prioritise our support for the Editor in Chief and the Cochrane Editorial Unit as they seek to improve the quality, relevance, usability, and impact of The Cochrane Library.
2We will realign the functions of the Cochrane Operations Unit (Secretariat) to support individuals and groups within the Collaboration better.
3We will enhance our monitoring and management functions, particularly of individuals, groups and platforms which receive core Collaboration funding and/ or use the Cochrane brand, primarily through the Editorial and Operations Units, working with relevant group executives.
4We will enhance activities aimed at supporting new contributors and sustain the skills and commitment of current contributors through the implementation of the Cochrane Training initiative.
5We will strategically support the extension of Cochrane Methods, ensuring that any methodological developments can be implemented and will enhance the quality of The Cochrane Library.
6We will seek to develop alternative funding sources.
7We will form an external advisory board, and enhance our partnerships with external stakeholders of the Collaboration and The Cochrane Library, such as health information providers, policy-makers and funders.
8We will enhance global participation and relevance of The Cochrane Collaboration and Library through the formation of a Cochrane Academy.
9We will improve the dissemination and uptake of our reviews, and enhance our brand, through the implementation of a marketing and communications strategy.
10We will appoint a publishing partner for The Cochrane Library for 2014 onwards that maximises the benefit to the Collaboration.
11We will begin to develop a more author and user friendly and efficient approach to the organisation of topics within The Cochrane Library.
12We will promote generational change within the organisation, particularly within the leadership, ensuring better global and gender equity.