A BOLD NEW LOOK AT THE NATIONAL SPATIAL DATA

摘要

This report is the result of the findings of the "Future Directions" group focusing on changing the governance of the Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC). They found that geospatial data and information has been identified as a useful asset in conducting the business of government, and in the post-9/11 era there is a heightened appreciation for the importance of geospatial data to support homeland security needs and other critical requirements. The team witnessed continued frustration among users of geospatial information over unresolved issues relating to data production and access. There is a clear sense of urgency that these problems need to be resolved in a timely and comprehensive manner. Several consistent themes emerged from the team's outreach and consultation process. There is wide agreement that National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI) governance requires strong national leadership, that all sectors should be represented in the governance process, that stable funding and political support are required, and that an effective NSDI requires a clear national strategy to complete and maintain the base framework layers. The team found a broad consensus that a strong and renewed national focus is needed to drive our country toward production of highly accessible, accurate, and reliable geospatial data.