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... software tools, applications software, training materials, etc. DATA ACCESS, USE, AND OTHER FRAMEWORK ISSUES In addition to the core goal of populating the Framework, several other critical issues must be addressed in order for the NSDI to be a success, especially in regard to the broader objectives of improving decision making through increasing the effective use of geospatial data at all levels of government, by citizens, and in the private sector.
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... For example, the Texas Natural Resources Information System provides public domain statewide coverage of a number of the framework datasets at a scale of 1:24,000 and quarter quad digital orthophotographs. Other states, such as
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... Applications of geospatial data in a particular domain involve the integration of domain-specific data with Framework data, mapping, and visualization of the data, geometric processing, spatial search and retrieval, tabulations of summary data, and incorporation of the data into analytical or predictive models. The ultimate objective of the utilization of geospatial data and technologies is to promote and enhance information-based decision making.
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... An important consideration is whether greater cooperation could result in better data with additional attributes or improved spatial resolution for essentially the same cost. The NSDI and associated partnerships should develop application guides based on successful projects that have used geospatial data and tools to address these issues.
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Key Terms

  • framework data
  • geospatial data
  • spatial data
  • partnership programs
  • data production

  • user community
  • vertical integration
  • local government
  • public domain
  • data access

  • data elements
  • resources information
  • future partnerships
  • application guides
  • texas natural

  • core goal
  • digital orthophoto
  • sharing spatial
  • web mapping
  • metadata standards

  • mapping testbed
  • state level
  • transportation features
  • future partnership
  • transportation subcommittee


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