Description:
This information guide presents guidance for improving transportation information management. Information is defined as reports, manuals, maps, plans, and photographs printed on paper; electronic files and databases stored on computer networks or in machine-readable media; DOT business practices; and records and observations of transportation system configuration, operations, and facilities design, materials, and construction. The guide begins with a discussion of terminology and established standards related to information management. Six detailed case studies and twenty examples from State DOTs and other agencies demonstrate noteworthy practices that could improve information management at a reader’s agency.
Tool Type:
Informational Guide
Owner Source:
organization
Sponsor/Owner:
- National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP)
Published:
Availability:
The information guide is free of charge at the following link:
NCHRP Report 754: Improving Management of Transportation Information
Disclaimer:
This information is disseminated under the sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Transportation in the interest of information exchange. The U.S. Government assumes no liability for the use of the information contained herein. This information does not constitute a standard, specification, or regulation. The U.S. Government does not endorse products or manufacturers. Trademarks or manufacturer's names appear in this information only because they are considered essential to the objective of this publication.
Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations, and translations thereof, expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Federal Highway Administration.