ABSTRACT
Recent advances in information technology and civil remote sensing have allowed us to advance beyond mere static data collection and archiving, further enabling information awareness, and leading us toward knowledge and better decision-making. However, such volumes, velocities, and varieties of data streams also bring with them serious dilemmas with regard to effective organization, cataloging, and easy access. This is where the role and benefit of an aggregator comes in, with their provision of the necessary sustainability and reliability of information through proven, well-engineered platforms, all with the necessary interoperability and openness as guaranteed through the adoption of established standards.
