PODS Basics: Unwrapping PODS 7

This session offers a deeper look into the structure, purpose, and evolution of the PODS 7 data model. Designed for pipeline operators and data managers, the presentation explores how PODS serves as a flexible, standards-based framework for organizing and managing complex pipeline data. Participants are introduced to key concepts such as relational/spatial databases, schemas, and data normalization, while gaining insight into how PODS supports regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and spatial data integration.