There are a few essential questions that we hope to answer as we continue developing the Data Hub.

• Can a federated data/governance system promote data sharing while maintaining security?
• Can the Data Hub provide a platform that leads to more comprehensive and authoritative reporting of fuel reduction projects?
• Does the implementation of a Data Hub produce improvements in project planning and strategic placement of fuel/vegetation management projects?
• What components of a Data Hub (e.g., data access, reporting, data visualization) are most important to users?
• What investments in systems architecture, shared partnerships, and staffing are needed to maintain a Data Hub over the next 5-10 years?
• What is a realistic and sustainable model for governance?