Future Expansion

As we embark on this path together, we want to be transparent about our development plans and invite your valuable feedback to shape the future of this tool.

Current State

Right now, PPT is our MVP, offering essential functionalities to support your proposal creation:

  • Manage your proposals: Create, view, and edit proposals in one centralized location.

  • Define your targets: Specify individual targets.

  • Outline observations: Detail your desired observation parameters for each target.

Near-Term Focus

Our most immediate need, is the Data Page. This crucial component will enable you to:

  • Specify data you collect (e.g., beam size, polarization), desired product types (images, spectra), and processing needs.

  • Utilize data calculators and access advanced options like simulations.

The Road Ahead

The SKAO community is at the heart of our mission, and PPT is designed to empower you in achieving your scientific goals. With your involvement and feedback, we’re confident this tool will continue to evolve and become an indispensable resource for your observing time proposals.

Join us on this journey of continuous improvement. Let’s create a future where PPT seamlessly supports your research aspirations!

Conclusion: Completing Your Proposal and Looking Ahead

Congratulations on reaching the final stage of your proposal journey! You’ve successfully navigated the Data Page and defined your observation details. By now, you have provided all the crucial information needed to showcase your scientific merit and potential impact.

Remember to use the “Save” button regularly to ensure your progress is secured.

Thank you for choosing the Proposal Preparation Tool (PPT) to streamline your proposal development. We believe this tool empowers you to present your research vision effectively and efficiently. We rely on your useful comments to keep improving PPT, so please use the avenues provided to express your ideas and suggestions.

We hope to see your ground-breaking research completed and wish you luck with your project!