Requirements- How to collect data?

[SarahB]

I think a combination of a standard export format and downloadable programs would be best, with the standard export format taking precedence when time becomes an issue. This way teams that already have a developed scouting program set up can just modify it to fit with the standard format, while teams that don’t have the time/talent to make such a program will be encouraged to contribute to FSN by the program.

As for platforms, I think PalmOS would be the best choice. Lots of people have some sort of palm, and they’re easily portable. You can also find fairly inexpensive ones with little difficulty. A Windows version would be the other alternative, as most people use a Windows operating system. This might not be as popular though because many teams don’t have an extra laptop or several lying around to use for scouting.