The Geospatial Strategic Plan is structured around three strategic goals
Goal 1. Enhancing Efficiency in Geospatial Data Management and Use
We are committed to strengthening our geospatial data stewardship, eliminating duplication, and increasing access and discoverability while reducing costs. By implementing processes to connect authoritative data sets, moving workflows to the cloud, and exploring partnerships for data collection, we aim to create a more efficient and effective geospatial data management system.
Goal 2. Digitizing and Publicizing Historical Imagery
USDA holds a vast repository of historical analog film imagery, representing a valuable resource for understanding landscape changes over time. Our goal is to convert this imagery into digital format, ensuring its usability and accessibility for current and future efforts. By leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) for quality assurance, applying metadata and records management, and exploring public/private partnerships, we aim to make this data widely available.
Goal 3. Maximizing the Value of Geospatial Data for Future Insights
As we move into the age of AI, geospatial data will be the foundation for answering complex questions. Our goal is to leverage metadata standards, advance interagency awareness, increase cloud utilization, and leverage geospatial data for operational activities. This will support the Department and its partners in making informed decisions and driving innovation.
