Embedding location in the business of government

Update on the Foundation Spatial Data Framework

Simon Costello

Branch Head, National Location Information, GA

Program Manager, FSDF

Different users need different solutions

Power Users

Established Users

Emerging Users

Casual Users

Advanced skills and knowledge in geospatial

AND/OR information management technologies

Able to play with and customise

Mature use of location information, and strong

geospatial expertise. Growing strength in

information management.

Becoming aware of how location information can

assist their business

Generally limited geospatial expertise, but could

be strong in information management

May not even be aware they are using location

information or technology

Generally limited expertise, but can be in positions

of influence!

The concept behind the

Foundation Spatial Data

Framework

How have we linked users to location information?

Our role:

Link between

problem,

information

and solution

And finally, a preview from the next movie in our series…

Phone: +61 2 6249 9716

Web: www.ga.gov.au

Email: simon.costello@ga.gov.au

Address: Cnr Jerrabomberra Avenue and Hindmarsh Drive, Symonston ACT 2609

Postal Address: GPO Box 378, Canberra ACT 2601