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ECOS Data Management Work Group Spring 2011

ECOS Data Management Work Group Spring 2011. Why the Network?. Proliferation of incompatible, inflexible IT systems led to: Burdensome, repetitive data entry Inefficient batch processing More demands for money and staff Data quality and reliability issues

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ECOS Data Management Work Group Spring 2011

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  1. ECOS Data Management Work Group Spring 2011

  2. Why the Network? Proliferation of incompatible, inflexible IT systems led to: • Burdensome, repetitive data entry • Inefficient batch processing • More demands for money and staff • Data quality and reliability issues • Difficulty sharing data other than with EPA • Duplication of efforts across programs

  3. The Network as Plumbing

  4. Tools at the End of the Pipe

  5. There’s an App for That • Region 7 states built an app to access Facility data on a mobile device • Search on any term • Search current location • Search near any location

  6. There’s an App for That • See details about site: • Current / past name • Location • Environmental interests • Contacts and phone numbers

  7. Benefits of the Exchange Network Improved access to timelier information + Higher quality data + Efficiency through automation and standardization = Better environmental and human health decisions

  8. How Can Commissioners Help? • Endorse the Network as a business opportunity for your agency • Talk with your program managers about your support for the Network • Talk with your IT managers about obstacles to implementation • Promote connections between your Program & IT staffs • Encourage staff to seek EPA Network grants • Monitor progress in implementing data flows

  9. More information at:http://www.exchangenetwork.net or Kurt Rakouskas301.531.5186kurt@exchangenetwork.net

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