National GAP Conference 2007-Discussion Groups Report
Open-File Report
2010-1026
By: Joan M. Ratz and Berton Lee Lamb
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Abstract
We led two discussion groups during the 2007 National GAP Conference. These discussion groups provided information to help develop a survey of National Gap Analysis Program (GAP) data users. One group discussed technical issues, and the second group discussed the use of GAP data for decisionmaking. Themes emerging from the technical issues group included concerns about data quality, need for information on how to use data, and passive data distribution. The decisionmaking discussion included a wide range of topics including the need to understand presentation of information, the need to connect with and understand users of data, the revision of GAP's mission, and the adaptability of products and data. The decisionmaking group also raised concerns regarding technical issues. One conclusion is that a deep commitment to ongoing information transfer and support is a key component of success for the GAP program.
| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
| Title | National GAP Conference 2007-Discussion Groups Report |
| Series title | Open-File Report |
| Series number | 2010-1026 |
| DOI | 10.3133/ofr20101026 |
| Edition | - |
| Year Published | 2010 |
| Language | ENGLISH |
| Publisher | U.S. Geological Survey |
| Contributing office(s) | Fort Collins Science Center |
| Description | iii, 8 p., Appendix |
| Online Only (Y/N) | N |
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