Technologies Without Strategies
Layers of GIS Maps Fingerspitzengefüh l: The literal translation of this German word is finger tip feelings. It is used to describe one's ability to maintain situational awareness by receiving real-time data. The problem with fingerspitzengefühl, in addition to difficult pronunciation - is knowing how much data a person needs in order to maintain situational awareness without it being too much. Today we have data coming at us from every direction. In fact, as I am writing this article I was notified that my security camera detected humans at my front door. I now have situational awareness, but at the cost of distraction. What is really needed is not just any information, but information that will materially impact one's ability to succeed.