Statement of guidance for ocean applications.

Abstract

This Statement of Guidance (SoG) was developed, through a process of consultation, to document observational data requirements for ocean applications and the present/planned observing capabilities. This version is based on the JCOMM User Requirement Document, which was prepared by the Chairpersons of the Expert Teams within the JCOMM Services Programme Area. It is expected that the Statement will be reviewed at appropriate intervals by the JCOMM Services Programme Area Coordination Group to ensure that it remains consistent with the current state of the relevant science and technology. This document therefore presents an analysis of the gap between user requirements and the available/planned observation capabilities to address these requirements.