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6.12.2. Key Organizations Defining GIS Standards

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1.
What does OGC stand for?
Hint
Think of what organization focuses on open standards.
2.
Which country does BIS represent?
Hint
Think of the country known for its national standards organization.
3.
What does OGC stand for?
- Open Geospatial Consortium
- Open Global Consortium
- Open Geographic Corporation
Hint
Think about what organization emphasizes open standards.
4.
True or False: ISO/TC 211 is involved in local standards setting only?
- True
- False
Hint
Is it about local or global standards?
5.
Evaluate the impact of implementing OGC standards on a multinational GIS project.
Hint
Consider the benefits of shared protocols in global projects.
6.
Propose a strategy for a country without established GIS standards looking to develop its GIS capabilities.
Hint
Think about how collaboration among experts can set a strong foundation.

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