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This paper presents an overview of the development of the Earth Observ
ation Data Centre (EODC) and its facilities for processing and archivi
ng ERS-1 data. The hardware systems of the EODC and the implementation
of product processing chains are described. The paper concludes with
a look at the achievements of the EODC and a discussion of the problem
s encountered with a view to the lessons learnt for future development
s.