1. Getting Control GIS Projects Can “Spiral Out of Control” –Can’t find the data –Analysis can’t be reproduced –Takes too long to complete –Maps don’t match the text Causes: –Lack of documentation –Lack of data organization –Too much data sneiderhauser.typepad.com

2. Solutions Add processes to solve problems before or as they arise

3. Data Management Small: –Defined folder structure with ReadMe files –Process for acquisition and updates Medium adds: –Excel spreadsheet with each dataset’s status –Multiple folder structures on shared drives Large adds: –Database of datasets, on the web

4. Analysis/Process Management Small: –Lots of personal notes Medium adds: –Shared models –Shared code –Shared documentation! –Review process for additions and changes Large adds: –Database of activities

5. Production Management Small: –Peer review (your colleagues) Medium adds: –Professional editors –Review process –Graphic artists Large adds: –Professional editors