What does USNG not replace in data management?

The United States National Grid (USNG) system is a standardized way of identifying locations for emergency responses and geographic information systems (GIS). While USNG provides a framework for spatial reference, it does not inherently substitute specific data storage formats for GIS. Instead, different formats can be used to store GIS data, and USNG integrates into these formats but does not replace them.

Data storage formats dictate how data is organized, stored, and accessed within software applications, including those that use USNG for location identification. Therefore, while USNG facilitates location-based data management, the underlying formats continue to play a critical role in handling and managing GIS data.

In contrast, standard operating procedures, emergency protocols, and software applications are more operationally focused and can be influenced by the presence of a location-identifying system like USNG but are not directly replaced by it.