The Data and Technology Section began in 1985 to foster communication among fisheries computer users. At the time, computer use was not widespread, and the individuals who developed skill with computer use were fewer and farther between.\u00a0 Thus, it was originally known as the Computer User Section.\u00a0 Early work by the Section included professional review of computer software, such as FAST.\u00a0 The Section also maintained a repository of software designed and used for fisheries analysis; this function still lives but current software is served via the AFS Bookstore.\u00a0 The Section has also sponsored a Student Poster Award at the Annual Meeting for the best student poster that incorporates novel technology for solving fisheries problems.<\/p>\n
Today the Section focuses primarily on facilitating communication about technology and its applications to fisheries problems.\u00a0 A vast array of hardware and software solutions exist for collecting, managing, storing, and sharing data.\u00a0 If you have any questions on a technological solution to your fisheries problem, we have a member with expertise!\u00a0 Join today to become part of a diverse circle of fisheries professionals and data managers and share our knowledge.<\/p>\n
The Data and Technology Section bylaws were last updated December 15, 2023, and may be found below or downloaded as a PDF.<\/p>\n
Approved by Section membership August 15, 2023\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Approved by AFS Management Committee November 14, 2023<\/span><\/p>\n Approved by AFS Governing Board December 15, 2023<\/span><\/p>\n In addition to the bylaws, the Section also has a travel policy.<\/p>\n NOTE: Provisions of this policy are developed to be consistent with federal travel guidelines.<\/p>\n The Data and Technology Section began in 1985 to foster communication among fisheries computer users. At the time, computer use was not widespread, and the individuals who developed skill with computer use were fewer and farther between.\u00a0 Thus, it was originally known as the Computer User Section.\u00a0 Early work by the Section included professional review […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":143,"menu_order":1,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-146","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","odd","first-child","last-child"],"wppr_data":{"cwp_meta_box_check":"No"},"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nArticle I. Name and Objectives<\/h2>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t
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\n<\/span><\/li>\nTravel Policy<\/h1>\n
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\noutlined for federally-reimbursed travel. Guidelines can be found at:
\nhttp:\/\/policyworks.gov\/org\/main\/mt\/homepage\/mtt\/perdiem\/travel.htm.<\/li>\n
\nmeals reimbursed under the federal per diem guidelines (see below).<\/li>\n
\ndiem rates for meals and incidentals established for the locality of travel. For days of travel, only
\n75% of the total per diem rate will be allowed. Meal receipts will not be required for claims made
\nunder these rates. Note that per diem rates may be adjusted to account for meals provided as part of
\nany organized meeting\/conference. Full federal travel guidelines and per diem rates can be found at:
\nhttp:\/\/policyworks.gov\/org\/main\/mt\/homepage\/mtt\/perdiem\/travel.htm.<\/li>\n
\nRecognizing that overnight travel for the benefit of business requires time away from family,
\nreasonable charges to your residence will be allowed but should be limited.<\/li>\n
\ncan be obtained on the carrier of choice. Generally, this will mean at coach\/economy class rates.
\nTicket change fees imposed by commercial carriers are an allowable expense if they are necessary.<\/li>\n
\nending destination must be listed for each day, along with total miles traveled.<\/li>\n
\nbusiness purposes to be eligible for reimbursement. Departure and return times must be listed on your
\nexpense voucher.<\/li>\n
\nexpenses in excess of the limits established in this policy or for claims made without proper
\ndocumentation.<\/li>\n
\nTreasurer, may temporarily change the limits of reimbursement (including per diem and total
\nreimbursement) to provide equitable and justifiable reimbursement under circumstances where per
\ndiem limits are not sufficient. Any reduction in allowable per diem or expenses will be communicated
\nto individuals in advance of travel. Requests for increases in limits will be considered on a case-by-
\ncase basis, but in all such cases must be accompanied by sufficient documentation of expenses
\n(receipts for all expenses including meals) and need for such increase.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"