The Working Group for Standards was established by the SMAC to guide the development of standards for adoption or endorsement by the GICC. Tasks include:
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Reviewing adopted GICC standards to identify a standard that needs updating to reflect changes in technology, methods, or practices in North Carolina.
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If multiple standards need attention, prioritizing the set based on potential benefits to those who apply the standard and to end users of the data.
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For the priority standard, outlining key elements, steps and resources to support the research, analysis and revision.
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Distinguishing between standards and best practices and, when necessary, developing a separate document for best practices.
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Reporting findings and recommendations to the SMAC to initiate a plan for updating the standards.
If in reviewing a particular standard the working group determines the need for subject matter expertise, they may bring on other members.