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Date Issued
Submitting OIG
National Aeronautics and Space Administration OIG
Other Participating OIGs
National Aeronautics and Space Administration OIG
Agencies Reviewed/Investigated
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Report Number
IG-23-001
Report Description

The Geospatial Data Act seeks to foster efficient, government-wide management of geospatial data—information identifying the geographic location and characteristics of natural or constructed features and boundaries on Earth. As required by the Act, we audited NASA’s collection, production, acquisition, maintenance, distribution, use, and preservation of geospatial data.

Report Type
Audit
Agency Wide
Yes
Number of Recommendations
4
Questioned Costs
$0
Funds for Better Use
$0

Open Recommendations

This report has 4 open recommendations.
Recommendation Number Significant Recommendation Recommended Questioned Costs Recommended Funds for Better Use Additional Details
2 No $0 $0

Roles and responsibilities of the SAOGI and other key stakeholders are defined in both the Geospatial Data Strategy and its implementation plan.

3 No $0 $0

The implementation plan for the Geospatial Data Strategy contains detailed action items and milestones, including those for developing a complete and accurate inventory of the Agency’s geospatial data.

1 No $0 $0

The role of the SAOGI is strategically positioned within the Agency to have responsibility, accountability, and authority needed to meet GDA-assigned agency responsibilities.  

4 No $0 $0

Continued coordination with NARA to establish the appropriate level of scientific data for inclusion in NARA-approved records schedules.

National Aeronautics and Space Administration OIG

United States