Checklist of details to be included in a GIS project log (adapted from Heywood, et al., 1998):

1. GIS project title

2. Aim and scope of the project

3. Geographical area concerned

• Dimensions of the area concerned
• Resolution required

4. Users of the GIS

• Who are they?
• What kind of knowledge do they have?

5. List of data layers required

6. Analysis requirements

• List of functions required
• Flowchart of analysis (cartographic model)

7. Choice of GIS software

• Principal requirements
• PC/workstation/network
• Risks

8. Choice of hardware

• PCs/workstations
• Networking
• Peripherals

9. Resources and costs

• Fixed investments
• Continuous costs