This collection of papers from the 1989 ASPRS-ACSM Fall Convention documents the transition in surveying and mapping technologies from analog methods to digital and computer-aided systems. The proceedings cover a range of topics presented by professionals and researchers in the fields of photogrammetry, remote sensing, surveying, and geographic information systems. The central argument explores the impact of emerging computer technologies on the accuracy, efficiency, and scope of geospatial data acquisition and analysis.

This volume represents a snapshot of the state of the art in surveying, photogrammetry, and remote sensing in 1989, reflecting the significant technological shifts occurring at the time. The collection is of interest to historians of science and technology, as well as professionals seeking to understand the foundational developments that led to modern geomatics practices. The papers likely offer a detailed, technical perspective on the challenges and opportunities presented by the adoption of computer-based tools in these disciplines.