Qatar Statistical Geospatial Integration A Presentation by the Ministry of Development Planning & Statistics (MDPS), State of Qatar http://www.mdps.gov.qa (Fourth UN-GGIM Arab States Committee Meeting, 21-23 February 2017 Doha, Qatar)
Qatar Statistical Geospatial Integration Overview Qatar Statistics in Nationwide Enterprise GIS setup Qatar statistics in Application of Five Principles of SSF Conclusions
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Qatar Statistical Geospatial Integration Qatar Statistics belongs to the Ministry of Development Planning & Statistics (MDPS) and sole authorized agency for National Statistics. It maintains statistical databases collecting primary data through periodical Census and Surveys and regularly collecting secondary data from Government, semi-government and Private agencies and Establishments in the country. Qatar Statistics is one of the premier agencies belonging to Qatar Nationwide enterprise GIS system functional in the country since 1994.
Qatar Statistical Geospatial Integration Qatar Nationwide GIS- The GISnet Qatar Nationwide GIS setup (of more than 90 Govt./Semi-Govt. Agencies) makes the use of GIS in Qatar Statistics and its integration special and different from other NSOs. Drainage Agriculture Cadastral Water Electricity Land Registration Qatar University Geographic Information Super Highway Education Police (MOI). Environme nt Fisheries MDPS- Statistics Building Engineering Roads Petroleum & Gas Telecom Health
Qatar Nationwide GIS Benefits to Statistical Operations In application of Statistical Spatial Framework (SSF) for the country. Available on-line digital Geographic Information for Base Map Enumeration Units and Charge Areas delineations Improved quality of Census Results GIS Database Management for Census & Surveys Better Analyses, Interpretation and Dissemination of Statistics
Qatar Statistical Geospatial Integration Usable Global Statistical Geospatial Framework (SSF)- Five Broad Principles Interoperable Common Geographies Geocoded Units Fundamental Geospatial Infrastructure
1. Use of Fundamental Geospatial Infrastructure and Geocoding In a Nationwide GIS system (GISnet), the base Geospatial Information is available on-line to the Agencies through centralized GIS Servers maintained by the CGIS. Qatar Statistics being part of the GISnet receives all its geospatial information needs on-line and integrates with its statistical system, and, in turn Shares Census Geography and disseminates the geo-referenced statistical data to the Agencies on-line through GISnet and other media including Web and portals like AGOL.
1. Use of Fundamental Geospatial Infrastructure and Geocoding Census Base Map Geospatial Information is accessed on-line from other Agencies Census Boundaries (Statistics- MDPS) Administrative Unit Boundaries (CGIS/GSD-MME) Topographic Data (CGIS- MME) Ortho & Satellite Images (CGIS- MME) Road Network- PWA (Asghal) Census Geography Database Landmarks / Place Names (CGIS- MME) Utilities Network- Kahrama/ Ooredoo QARS (Geocoding) (CGIS- MME) QP Admin Areas (Qatar Petroleum) Amenities Education/Health Ministry Farms- Agriculture (CGIS- MME) Land Parcel & Streets (CGIS/GSD-MME) Other Agencies
1. Use of Fundamental Geospatial Infrastructure and Geocoding Qatar Census 2015- Field Map
1. Use of Fundamental Geospatial Infrastructure and Geocoding Qatar has an address referencing system named as QARS (Qatar Area Referencing System) that provides a solid base for geocoded addresses in the country. The location information of these units (about 10%) not covered under QARS is captured using GPS/Mobile devices at the time of Census, as done for the Mid Census 2015. Combining them and further integrating Administrative Records MDPS developed an address database for the Census. The Unit Addresses are aggregated to the Geocoded Census Blocks
1. Use of Fundamental Geospatial Infrastructure and Geocoding The Administrative Records accessed online from its sources and integrated with Qatar mid-census 2015 include- Address Data- Qatar Area Referencing System (QARS) Building Permit Data Establishment Registration Number (CR) Electricity Meter No. Personal Identification Number (QID)
2. Geocoded Unit Record Data in a Data Management Environment Qatar Area Referencing System (QARS) and property address data maintained by CGIS in GISnet forms the base for geo-referenced information in developing Qatar Statistical System and Census Frames for each Census and Survey conducted. A geocoded Census Frame is developed for every Census in the country using Geospatial Information and Administrative Records. The lowest geocoded unit is a Census Block with a unique geographic code assigned to each. A Census Block is a group of buildings/unit (QARS) well identified within the Census Block using a census geographic code.
2. Geocoded Unit Record Data in a Data Management Environment Census Block- Main Data Compilation Unit
2. Geocoded Unit Record Data in a Data Management Environment Census Hierarchy Qatar Municipalities QATAR Zones in Municipality Municipality 8 Census Blocks in Zone Zones 92 Census Blocks 6476 Census Block QARS/Plots in Census Block QARS \ Census Plots 116077 \ 197,270
2. Geocoded Unit Record Data in a Data Management Environment Data Unit Geo-referenced at Second Level of Admin Hierarchy Zone Level
2. Geocoded Unit Record Data in a Data Management Environment Data Unit Geo-referenced at Third Level of Admin Hierarchy Census Block Level
2. Geocoded Unit Record Data in a Data Management Environment Address Data Type & Sources Buildings Addresses- QARS (Qatar Area Referencing Systems)- CGIS (MME) Buildings Addresses- (No QARS)- to be compiled at MDPS through different sources, e.g., Censuses- Establishments, Cadaster Parcels from GSD, MME Plots (Physical Development Plots-QARS) from GSD, MME KAHARAMA- Electricity Meter Service Connections, Ancillary Address Data Sources Establishments/ Industry Data- Based on CR form Ministry of Economy and Commerce and Industry and KAHRAMA customer service data Housing Data- Government Housing and Elderly Housing from Housing Department Households Data- Ministry of Interior Database on Families and Labor Camps. Health Ministry- registered health card addresses for Individuals and families. Education Ministry- school children enrollment and their parent addresses Labor Camps- Ministry of Labor (Employment Records)
3. Common Geographies for Dissemination of Statistics Qatar Statistics disseminates Geocoded Statistical data at different administrative and statistical unit level under a well prepared tabulation plan. As an Statistical Authority MDPS follows certain guidelines towards data secrecy and confidentiality law. A non-discloser agreement gets signed in case of any sensitive data being supplied to the users. MDPS gets CGIS guidelines to Geospatial data structure, data model, metadata standards and data dictionary specifications etc. used in Statistical Operations
3. Common Geographies for Dissemination of Statistics Qatar Census Data Aggregation & Dissemination Units Water Districts Nation (QATAR) Planning Districts Kaharma Districts (Electricity) Agricultural Zones Environmental Regions Health Services Planning Areas Municipality (8) Zone (92) Census Blocks (6,476) Election Areas Cities/Towns Civil Defense/ Police Districts Educational Planning Areas Buildings (QARS) / Plot (144,802 / 194,595)
4. Statistical and geospatial interoperability Data, Standards and Processes MDPS applies relevant statistical standards set by international bodies such as UN, IMF, World Bank etc. for statistical framework and classifications. Being part of Qatar Nationwide (GISnet), Qatar Statistics follows the geospatial standards set by CGIS which are based on international standards set for geospatial information. In order to be capable of integrating its data with any other member agency's GIS a single GIS software platform was selected as the standard for Qatar.
4. Statistical and geospatial interoperability Data, Standards and Processes The geospatial data specifications are administered under the authority of the National Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Steering Committee. It is the responsibility of this committee to provide national standards and specifications for all GIS databases in the State of Qatar that are compatible, and provide for effective sharing / exchange of data where such sharing is warranted.
5. Accessible and usable Geospatially enabled Statistics By law of the State MDPS is the official source and the sole reference for all statistical data in the state (Decree Law No.12, 1980). Accordingly, Qatar Statistics (MDPS) has set laws and principles that applies to the access and use of the statistical as well as geospatial data under its custody.
5. Accessible and usable Geospatially enabled Statistics Qatar Statistics makes geospatially enabled statistics available on-line to more than 90 Government and Semi-Government Agencies in Qatar Nationwide GIS setup. Statistical Database (Census Geography) Qatar Nationwide GISnet Drainage Agriculture Cadastral Water Electricity Land Registration Qatar University Geographic Information Super Highway Education Centralized Geospatial Database Server (ArcGIS- SDE) Police (MOI). Fisheries Environment MDPS- Statistics Building Engineering Roads Petroleum & Gas Telecom Health
5. Accessible and usable Geospatially enabled Statistics The United Nations guidelines are followed in disseminating the statistics, its visualization and analysis of data. The UNSD fourth revision (2008) on International Standard Industrial Classifications (ISIC) activity categories are utilized for the collection and reporting of statistics according to such activities. Statistical Data and Metadata Exchange (SDMX) and other such standards set by international agencies in data dissemination are being adopted by Qatar Statistics.
Qatar Application of SSF- Five Broad Principles Accessible & Usable 1. available on-line to the Agencies in Qatar Nationwide GIS setup 2. UN guidelines and standards in disseminating the statistics Statistical and Geospatial Interoperability 1. Within the Qatar Nationwide GIS setup interoperability measures for exchange of Geospatial information is taken. 2. MDPS applies relevant statistical standards set by international bodies such as UN, IMF, World Bank etc. for statistical framework and classifications. Common Geographies for Dissemination of Statistics Qatar Census Geography database is created within the Nationwide GIS setup that follows National Geospatial Standards and Specifications set for all agencies. Small Census Data Units are basis for dissemination. Geocoded Unit Record Data in a Data Management Environment Existing Address system in Qatar- QARS provides Geocoded Unit Record Data besides the geocoded Census Blocks for Geocoded Management Environment Use of Fundamental Geospatial Infrastructure and Geocoding Qatar has a Nationwide (SDI) Enterprise GIS managing countries geospatial resources and information. Currently 92 Government/ Semi-Government agencies are physically connected through the Centre for GIS (CGIS).
Conclusions Qatar Nationwide GIS setup has many advantages in Application of Qatar SSF that may include- Availability of Up-to-date Geospatial Information for Base Mapping on-line from Agencies in GISnet Enabling the Integration of a number of geographic and other layers of information from Agencies GIS databases Support in Application Development and accessing state-of-the-art techniques and application softwares through Enterprise Licensing System. Address Database of QARS available for geo-referencing at unit record level in the country besides supporting Place Names reference data by maintaining Landmarks and Geographic Names databases
Conclusions Current smallest Geocoded units for data dissemination is the Census Block (a group of Buildings) which are not homogeneous in size and shape and in their socio-economic structure The Census Blocks have also limitations in comparing inter-census data as their boundaries change from one Census to other. It is recommended to have a Permanent Statistical Data Unit to collect and represent the information. The smallest unit in this case can be suggested as Building Block (could be group of few buildings based on their proximity and homogeneity)
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Qatar Statistical Geospatial Framework (SSF) Global Statistical Geospatial Framework There is seen a paradigm shift in Statistical Operations as Geospatial Infrastructure is providing a structure for collecting, processing, storing and aggregating data (an integrative framework) UN Committee of Experts on GGIM in August 2013 has concluded that There is a clear recognition of the need to link Statistical Information and Geospatial Information to improve the relevance of the evidence on which decisions will be made.
Qatar Statistical Geospatial Framework (SSF) Global Statistical Geospatial Framework According to the UN EG ISGI the Global Statistical Geospatial Framework (SSF) will enable: More integrated information for analysis and decision making Comparisons within and between countries Increased information on smaller geographic areas; The commercial development of common geospatial tools/applications to support the integration and sharing of data The five broad principles considered essential for integrating geospatial and statistical information are as displayed in the diagram here-
Qatar Statistical Geospatial Framework (SSF) Global Statistical Geospatial Framework The EG on ISGI have concluded that these five principles of the Global Statistical Geospatial Framework (SSF) are high-level and flexible enough that they can be adapted and applied to a wide variety of country or regional contexts. Because the principles have been kept broad, they can be applied to local circumstances, while still providing encouragement for the use of international standards and methods
Qatar Application of SSF Qatar Statistical Geospatial Framework (SSF) Qatar Application of SSF- Five Broad Principles Accessible & Usable Qatar Statistics makes geospatially enabled statistics available on-line to the Agencies in Qatar Nationwide GIS setup. The UN guidelines and standards such as ISIC, SDMX are followed in disseminating the statistics. Statistical and Geospatial Interoperability Within the Qatar Nationwide GIS setup interoperability measures for exchange of Geospatial information is taken. MDPS applies relevant statistical standards set by international bodies such as UN, IMF, World Bank etc. for statistical framework and classifications. Common Geographies for Dissemination of Statistics Qatar Census Geography database is created within the Nationwide GIS setup that follows National Geospatial Standards and Specifications set for all agencies. Small Census Data Units are basis for dissemination. Geocoded Unit Record Data in a Data Management Environment Existing Address system in Qatar- QARS provides Geocoded Unit Record Data besides the geocoded Census Blocks for Geocoded Management Environment Use of Fundamental Geospatial Infrastructure and Geocoding Qatar has a Nationwide (SDI) Enterprise GIS managing countries geospatial resources and information. Currently 92 Government/ Semi- Government agencies are physically connected through the Centre for GIS (CGIS).
Qatar Statistical Geospatial Framework (SSF) 1. Use of Fundamental Geospatial Infrastructure and Geocoding The Address Data Collection and Management
Qatar Statistical Geospatial Framework (SSF) Using QARS Point, PDP Plot & KHARAMA to locate Building Address for following (Stage 1) Loop for PIN OVER ZONE USING Cadastral Plot Dataset Address DB Process Flow Chart Single Villa Building With Flat Compound of villa Compound of flat Commercial Building (P1): Search ON QARS Point DB Yes PIN Found IN QARS Point No (P2): Search ON PDP plot DB KHARAMA information Available Yes Register Address building Address No Yes Get building KHARAMA # from KHARAMA DB using Old Plot Number & PIN or X, Y & PIN KHARAM A# Found No Yes PIN Found IN PDP Plot Ye s PDP KHARAMA information Available No No Register Address building Address Get building KHARAMA # from KHARAMA DB using X,Y & PIN DATA Set-A: Building Address by KHARAMA#&QARS DATA Set-B: Building Address BY QARS ONLY Register Address building Address DATA Set-C: Building Address BY PDP ONLY DATA Set-D: Building Address by KHARAMA# & PDP Yes KHARAMA # Found No DATA Set-F: Building Address by KHARAMA# Only DATA Set-E: Unidentified Address End
Qatar Statistical Geospatial Framework (SSF) Conclusions The Issues in the Application of SSF can be highlighted as- Maintaining unit record level information and its dissemination has many limitations relating to geo-referencing issues and privacy of statistics Regular updating of QARS database combined with place names data is important to have a complete and up-to-date Address database system for the country Use of Grid data in geo-referencing and in serving as small area statistics unit can be experimented and suggested with reference to GCC and Arab countries
Qatar Statistical Geospatial Framework (SSF) Conclusions & Recommendations Current smallest Geocoded units for data dissemination is the Census Block (a group of Buildings) which are not homogeneous in size and shape and in their socio-economic structure The Census Blocks have also limitations in comparing inter-census data as their boundaries change from one Census to other. It is recommended to have a Permanent Statistical Data Unit to collect and represent the information. The smallest unit in this case can be suggested as Building Block (could be group of few buildings based on their proximity and homogeneity)
Qatar Statistical Geospatial Framework (SSF) Conclusions and Issues in the Application of Qatar Global Statistical Geospatial Framework (QSSF) Making Small Area Statistics available to the user specified areas is also challenging The data currency and future estimates are also important issues in use of integrated Statistical and Geospatial Information for Planning & Development The use of National Registers in maintaining Address database at Unit Record Level and regular updating of census information is currently not encouraged
Qatar Statistical Geospatial Framework (SSF) Conclusions and Issues in the Application of Qatar Global Statistical Geospatial Framework (QSSF) Fast Changing Landscape of Qatar with settlement and infrastructure development makes difficult maintaining up-to-date Address database of Geocoded Unit Records in the country The draft document prepared by CGIS on Qatar National Geospatial Data Infrastructure Strategy (QNGDIS) may prove a significant move of the Government in use of Geospatial Information and its integration with Official Statistics
Qatar Statistical Geospatial Framework (SSF) Proposed Operational Setup of QNGDI