| An Internet-based system makes wide-scale distribution possible. Data sets, reports, maps and presentations will be available for downloading over the web through a digital library. A secure portion of the site will allow managers to relay information, quickly obtain data, and follow program developments. Limited access will help preserve data integrity. As the recognized reference source for Gulf of Mexico Integrated Science information, the system will allow scientists to eliminate repetition of work and time consuming outside searches while providing uniform data among partners. The DIMS will cross over physical separation to give partners a shared workspace, increase efficiency, and save time and money.
The DIMS will include a decision support and query system (DSQS) that will consist of the following:
- A geographic information system and modeling component to manage and manipulate spatial data, including an interactive map server.
- A database component to manage, manipulate, and catalog non spatial data;
- A web-based multimedia distribution mechanism to provide simplified data and information access to decision makers and the general public; and
- A web enabled query system for display and delivery of USGS Integrated Science Program efforts and research study sites.
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