Enhancement of the Forest Statistics Information and Management System (STATFOR)

Gabon

The aim of this project was to develop two computer modules to be integrated into an existing Forest Statistics Information and Management System (STATFOR) developed in 1994 under ITTO Project PD 36/92 (M) "Collection and Computer Processing of Forest Statistics with a View to Improving the Management of the Forest Resources of Gabon". The first module developed under this project allows digital data input and processing for the compilation of management inventory data, while the second module facilitates digital data input and processing for the management of export log lumberyards, making use of bar codes on logs and hand-held computers.

In this respect, this computer development project is a logical follow-up in the establishment process of the new technologies launched under Project PD 15/98 Rev. 2 (M) "Development and Installation of a Computer Management System for the Control of Forest Production in Gabon", which aimed at integrating a computer module for the forest production management into the STATFOR Information System developed in 1994 under Project PD 36/92 (M) " Collection and Computer Processing of Forest Statistics with a view to Improving the Management of the Forest Resources of Gabon".