A high proportion of all data has a spatial link - whether it be a postcode, area reference or a grid reference. In order to understand the variation in the data they have to presented or analysed spatially, usually on a map backdrop.
SciSys has been using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to achieve this for many customers in a wide range of applications, including:
- The National Flood and Coastal Defence Database System (NFCDD) uses a browser based viewing system to allow thousands of users to access and query a huge spatially enabled inventory of flood defence structures across England and Wales.
- Nuclear Biological and Chemical Battlefield Information System Application (NBC BISA) uses complex dispersion models within a customised full GIS system to assess hazards and warn troops of the spread of effects of a NBC attack.
- Joint Effects Tactical Targeting System (JETTS) uses custom components to add capability to an established battlefield situation awareness tool to allow 3d views of targets and units. Integrated in a workflow system these components increase battlefield tempo and reduce the likelihood of "friendly fire"."
- Mapping Assets using Very High Resolution Satellite Imagery; provision of very large amounts of detailed satellite image data through a browser to allow a utility company to assess its assets.
SciSys has a very customer oriented approach to GIS; it is a tool amongst many software tools. It is important to select the right tool for the job and SciSys has a vendor independent approach to the supply of GIS components and systems.
We have worked with mainstream tools such as ESRI and MapInfo, as well as licence free components (e.g. Tatuk or Mapobjects lite) and emerging open source products that include Open GIS Consortium (OGC) compliant components.
Coupled with our extensive experience in spatially enabled solutions, SciSys is in a strong position to provide mapping and spatial solutions that allow customers to derive the right information with the minimum of interaction.
