0702-rdap_ssb_2.11.2022

SUPPORTING STATEMENT – PART B

B.  COLLECTIONS OF INFORMATION EMPLOYING STATISTICAL METHODS

If the collection of information employs statistical methods, the following information should be provided in this Supporting Statement:

1.  Description of the Activity

The Project Manager Army Data and Analytics Platforms (PM ARDAP) Climate Survey is targeted at all military, civilians, and contractors within the PM ARDAP portfolio totaling approximately 184 individuals. PM ARDAP’s goal is a 60 percent response rate equaling approximately 110.

2.  Procedures for the Collection of Information

a. Statistical methodologies for stratification and sample selection;

Not applicable.

b.  Estimation procedures;

Not applicable.

c.  Degree of accuracy needed for the Purpose discussed in the justification;

Not applicable.

d.  Unusual problems requiring specialized sampling procedures; and

Not applicable.

e.  Use of periodic or cyclical data collections to reduce respondent burden.

PM ARDAP’s intent is to distribute this climate survey annually.

3.  Maximization of Response Rates, Non-response, and Reliability

PM ARDAP will maximize response rates by providing the following communications that will include a link to the online survey (see attachment for email samples):

• Initial email from COL Rob Wolfe, PM ARDAP

• Reinforcement via weekly team message from PM ARDAP or DPM ARDAP to the entire workforce

• Reminder emails specific to survey and due date

• Topic at newcomers and all hand events

• Topic at staff meetings, including 0-5 and divisional staff meetings

4.  Tests of Procedures

Not applicable.

5.  Statistical Consultation and Information Analysis

a. Provide names and telephone number of individual(s) consulted on statistical aspects of the design.

Not applicable.

b. Provide name and organization of person(s) who will actually collect and analyze the collected information.

The data will be collected by PM ARDAP Operations Climate Survey Project Lead Mr. Scott Crizer.

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