Evaluate what baseline data and project-specific data are needed for the project to help outline the issue or gap and support the completion of the project.

Baseline data needed for the project include information such as demographics of the population being studied, existing knowledge and understanding of the issue or gap, current practices related to it, and access to resources. This data will help provide a clearer picture of the issue or gap that needs to be addressed. Project-specific data include details about how the project is structured (e.g., timeline and budget), who is responsible for carrying out different tasks, and what methods are used to collect data. Additionally, measures used to track progress should also be included in this type of data collection. All of this can help ensure that all stakeholders are on board with the goals and objectives of the project as well as help outline how best to achieve them.