During recent discussions with others in the spatial industry it has become apparent that there are a set of common problems that appear to be facing individuals and organisations within the spatial industry. This text tries to summarise the problems, but does not pertain to be an exhaustive account – there are no doubt others. I would appreciate your comments, even if you disagree, and your examples of these happening in the real world.

This is part 1 of the discussion and focuses on data issues.

1. DUPLICATION OF DATA

It appears to be common that people take a copy…