In the rush to implement a new computer mapping technology, cartographers and geographers have paid too little attention to their own logical, physio… - George F. Jenks

It is almost impossible to discuss cartographic training with any practicing cartographer or employer of cartographers without being overwhelmed by a spontaneous outburst of complaints.

Too many employers of cartographers have reacted to the academic stress on theory by overrating experience. Experience is invaluable, especially in mapping technology, but in practice it is almost always limited to one type of map problem and the production techniques involve.

Although the size and frequency of human error in digital data files can be quite startling, recent research has shown that substantial improvement in accuracy can be attained.