USGS Data Lifecycle Diagram

Science Publishing Network / Pubs Warehouse

USGS Science Publishing Network (internal only)

The Science Publishing Network (SPN) is the Bureau's resource for supporting USGS publishing needs. USGS scientists can find resources on the network for writing, illustration, design, editing, and publication assistance.

The Science Publishing Network is committed to maintaining the USGS reputation for excellence by supporting USGS scientists in the production of accurate, objective, accessible, and high quality publications that meet customer needs.

USGS Publications Warehouse

The Publications Warehouse provides public access to over 100,000 publications written by USGS scientists over the course of a century and a half.

What the U. S. Geological Survey Manual Says:

The USGS Manual Chapter 502.4 - Fundamental Science Practices: Review, Approval, and Release of Information Products covers the use of the Information Product Data System (IPDS):

"Documentation and Recordkeeping: The use of the Information Product Data System (IPDS), the Bureau's official internal product tracking system for managing the development steps of USGS information products is required."

Note: Information Product: An information product is the compilation of scientific communication or knowledge such as facts, data, or interpretations in any medium (e.g., print, digital, Web) or form, including textual, numerical, graphical, cartographic, or audiovisual, to be disseminated to a defined audience or customer, scientific or nonscientific, internal or external.