Diversification in statistical data bases and its consequences
Helen C. Poot · Statistical and Scientific Database Management · 1983
In this brief report the author discusses the consequences of the growth and diversification in statistical data bases as evidenced at Data Resources, Inc. (DRI). In general, one sees time-series being used in closer conjunction with cross-sectional and textual information. This has a great impact on the types of software used. The variety of data available requires more diverse methods of quality control. The amount and scope of information now online requires that descriptive and reference materials be made available online, particularly in the area of current awareness.