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Rtiti_FR f <br /> Imo. i <br /> Chapter 6 - Data Standards and Transfer <br /> In This Chapter <br /> Introduction 6- 1 <br /> Data Formats , Coordinate Systems , and Transfer Media 6- 1 <br /> Data Format 6-2 <br /> Data Formats Table 6-2 <br /> Coordinate Systems and Datums 6-3 <br /> Coordinate Systems 6-3 <br /> Datums 6-4 <br /> Coordinate Conversion 6-8 <br /> Transfer Media and Backup 6-9 <br /> Transfer Media 6-9 <br /> Sharing Data Via the Internet 6- 10 <br /> Data Creation and Maintenance 6- 11 <br /> Roles 6- 11 <br /> Data Indexing Strategies 6- 17 <br /> Metadafa 6- 17 <br /> ArcCatalog 6- 17 <br /> Metadafa Recommendations 6-34 <br /> Introduction <br /> As noted in Appendix II - Seven Keys to a Successful GIS Implementation, there is a <br /> compelling need to establish good relationships with other organizations to facilitate sharing <br /> of data . No successful GIS can be an island unto itself. Forging partnerships and deciding to <br /> share data with other organizations is only the first step . The next step involves the technical <br /> issues of data sharing . <br /> Once Indian River County has identified data that can be shared , if needs to determine the <br /> mediums , media , and formats that will be used to share that data . <br /> Data Formats, Coordinate Systems, and Transfer Media <br /> As Indian River County proceeds with its GIS implementation , if will find that many <br /> organizations are willing to share data . However, getting viable, quality data may prove to <br /> be a challenge . <br /> There are three discrete issues that must be addressed whenever sharing digital GIS data <br /> with other organizations: <br /> • Data Format <br /> • Coordinate System and Datums <br /> • Transfer Media and Backup <br /> 6- 1 <br /> GIS Needs Assessment and Implementation Plan Chapter 6 - Data Standards and Transfer <br />