On Geospatial Information and Services
Abstract
The term geospatial information and services (GI&S) has replaced the term mapping, charting and geodesy (MC&G) throughout military doctrine. More than just a digital map, geospatial information is a key enabler of information superiority. It is the reference framework within which other data can be fused, analyzed and visualized to provide dominant battlespace awareness in support of planning, decision making and operations. The potential of GI&S to support tactical level tasks has been successfully demonstrated in recent events including Operation ALLIED FORCE and JWIDOO. However, the potential contribution to operational level tasks has not yet been realized. The key to realizing the full potential of GI&S lies not in the data or the tools to manipulate it, but in the expertise of the individuals trained in GIS. Including these people in the deliberate and crisis action planning process is the first step toward realizing the potential contribution of GI&S at the operational level.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 05, 2001
- Accession Number
- ADA389640
Entities
People
- Sally A. Schulz
Organizations
- Naval War College