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2006 West Virginia GIS Forum

The forum aims to centralize infrastructure responsibilities, enhance mobility, reduce costs, and improve data sharing. The state's vision focuses on strong GIS coordination, promoting data sharing, and leveraging technology advancements to enhance disaster preparedness.

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2006 West Virginia GIS Forum

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  1. 2006 West Virginia GIS Forum

  2. Objectives • Centralize all infrastructure responsibilities. • Select common (standard) hardware, software and service providers. • Implement virtual office concepts to enhance mobility and productivity. • Develop a strategic approach to web portal delivery. • Develop a common disaster recovery plan. • Centralize development, maintenance and support of common business applications • Revamp the technology procurement process.

  3. Expected Results Reduced Costs Improved Customer Satisfaction Increased System and Network Reliability Enhanced end-user mobility Reduced Risks

  4. State’s vision for GIS • Not in scope of current consolidation plans • Support a strong GIS Coordination Organization • Report status of key initiatives and priorities to the Office of Technology

  5. GIS Coordination Organization • Promote data sharing across all levels of government and private segments • More promotion, communication and education of state and local leaders on the value of GIS • Coordinate and prioritize GIS initiatives to avoid duplications and maximize the spend. Report to the OOT on a regular basis.

  6. GIS Coordination Organization • Collect once and share • Establish key contacts in each county and surrounding states • Continue to pursue standardization within the GIS environment • Stay abreast of current technologies and advancements in the field • Build alliances with colleges and universities.

  7. Criticality of GIS • Improve emergency response • Assist in definition of jurisdiction boundaries • Enhance simulation abilities • Enhance disaster preparedness and mitigation procedures • Assist in the identification of critical infrastructure

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