Paper The Best of Both Worlds: Vector Conflation of Database Segments and Attributes

Author: Alan Witmer
Organization: Geographic Data Technology, Inc.

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Conflation technology offers a cost-effective, efficient method of combining the best attributes of separate vector databases. Using GDT's proprietary conflation technology as a case study, this presentation will discuss conflation techniques, the challenges of matching elements within two distinct databases, the hurdles that must be overcome, and the benefits of using conflation technology. The presentation will also highlight quality control issues such as preliminary database analysis and postconflation QC processes.