Taxonomy for surveying the use and value of geographical information! |
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| Authors: | HUGH W CALKINS NANCY J OBERMEYER |
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| Institution: | 1. National Center for Geographic Information and Analysis , State University of New York at Buffalo , 301 Wilkeson, Amherst, New York, 14261, U.S.A;2. Department of Geography and Geology , Indiana State University , Terre Haute, Indiana, 47809, U.S.A |
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| Abstract: | Abstract Understanding the use and value of geographical information in decision making has been identified as crucial to the further development of geographical information systems and related spatial analysis techniques. Research into the use of geographical information will be through surveys and case studies. A taxonomy for investigating the use of geographical information and its associated value is needed to structure the surveys and case studies. This paper presents an initial attempt at such a taxonomy, intended to support continuing research into the use and value of geographical information. The survey methodology to be supported will be mostly telephone and/or mail questionnaires, and this has influenced the structure of the taxonomy. The goal of this work is to create a taxonomy suitable for use in surveys that will enhance the understanding of the use and value of geographical information in decision making. |
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| Keywords: | Regionalization ArcGIS Hydro data model (Arc Hydro) WRAP Hydro Water Supply Modelling |
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