Abstract

Effective fisheries management depends upon the collection of accurate and timely fishery- dependent data. Paper-based data collection systems often result in paper “silos” and inefficient input into management processes. As our oceans face every greater challenges, data collection must become more efficient, nimble and robust to allow managers to adapt harvest controls to ever-changing conditions. Digitization of data allows data management systems to make this evolution and enables the adoption of digital technologies that can facilitate wider fishery and community benefits. This presentation describes existing applications of electronic reporting around the world and identifies the benefits of electronic reporting as well as implementation considerations for the Caribbean region.

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