Delivering Geospatial Innovation to the Field
Delivering Geospatial Innovation to the Field ESRI Middle East Africa User Conference Lee Nelson PE 3-GIS
Introducing 3-GIS Founded in May 2006 2010 Esri’s Strategic Gold Partner Award ward
2011 Esri’s Partners Choice Award GTI Strategic Development Partner GIS Utility & Telecommunication Involvement since mid-1980’s – Intergraph, MESA Solutions, Telcordia
ESRI, Intergraph, MESA Solutions, Solutions and Telcordia trademarks of rdia are registered trademar their respective or parent corporations.
3-GIS and the Gas Technology Institute Goes Mobile With the growing demands on the Gas infrastructure GTI is deploying Mobile Applications in support of Integrity Management Initiatives
Program Goals Reduce the cost of compliance Hardware and software Data management labor
Decrease operational risk Increased data quality Enhanced awareness
Facilitate the transition to data driven decision making
Current Project Objective Create an architecture that provides . . .
Low cost data collection devices Simple software Access to up-to-date engineering information Real-time data submittal from the field Minimal back-office processing Single repository for asset, engineering, operational and integrity data Simple and effective analytical tools
Status Software architecture developed Operator specific applications being built Pilot and implementation projects on-going Overview
Configurable Runs on Laptops, Tablets & Windows Handhelds Create and Edit Data Run Disconnected / Connected Fully GPS Integrated
Functions
Leak Survey Inspections Cathodic Protection Readings Data Collection and Correction Damage Assessment
Next Step Integrate barcode scanning for capturing ASTM F2897-11 Pole mounted system with high accuracy GPS, tablet computer, new installation data collection software, and barcode scanner
Current Project Objective Create an architecture that provides . . . Low cost data collection devices Simple software Access to up-to-date engineering information Real-time data submittal from the field Minimal back-office processing Single repository for asset, engineering, operational and integrity data Simple and effective analytical tools
Tools Smart phones and tablet devices Cloud computing GIS Overview Runs on Android & IPad Data Creation Inspection & Reading Capture GPS Integration Image Capture & Upload Co-Developed with the Gas Technology Institute
Data Collectors Consumer grade smart phones and tablets iPad and iPhone Android devices Windows
Cost = $400 - $800 Feature rich, easy to use Plethora of developers and supporting services Durability? But easy to replace! Evaluating accessories to support field use
GIS Allows direct access to GIS for field viewing Allows direct GIS feature updates Attaching field data to GIS features facilitates future analysis and trending Using Esri ArcServer
Software Application 3-GIS Network Express Smart phone/tablet version of mobile data collection software Integrity Management HCA Exposed Pipe Crossings
Leak Survey Asset Inspections Damage & Maintenance Assessment ROW Management –Encroachment, Erosion, Access Trails Data Inventory & Correction – Marker Balls, Service Locations, Data Verification
Status Software architecture developed Operator specific applications being built Pilot and implementation projects on-going Integrate barcode scanning for capturing ASTM F2897-11 Pole mounted system with high accuracy GPS, tablet computer, new installation data collection software, and barcode scanner
High Accuracy GPS GTI partnering with NavCom to provide real time, decimeter quality GPS Ability to integrate with smart phones and tablet devices Proprietary software to limit multi-path in urban canyons No need for post processing
Next Step Integrate barcode scanning for capturing ASTM F2897-11 Pole mounted system with high accuracy GPS, tablet computer, new installation data collection software, and barcode scanner
Business Needs Data updated directly from the field Field crews having up-to-date data in their hand – (Disconnected/Connected) Communication from office to Field Sharing data with other field workers Integration to other internal application in order to provide real-time fulfillment Support Multiple Platforms
Many Devices – Many Uses
Question for you Who currently has deployed Mobile based technology? How is it being used? What hardware platforms do you use?
Has it been successful?
Integrate your Mobile Solution
3-GIS Hosted Test Site
DB
Server Farm Esri Managed Services
Solution
Mobile Users
Web Users
WEB Communication Layer Admin
ArcServer
Database
Case Study Level 3 Synchronizes Fiber Data with Mobile GIS Application
Critical Problem Level 3 needed to standardize a data platform which would allow their data to be seamlessly populated while improving the data accuracy.
Solution Level 3 deployed the 3-GIS Field Solution that supported the ability to edit data in the field, capture new inspection information, manage related records, and fluidly post it into the central database repository through ArcGIS Server.
Case Study – Montana Dakota Utilities Gas & Electric 900,000 Customers Over 7 States ArcFM Site 3-GIS Services Performed: Setup ArcGIS Server, Geodatabase, and Field Express in 3 day period. Went Live in January – 600 users
MDU Using Field Express for:
Recording Service Locations Leak Surveys Exposed Pipe Locations Viewing & Navigation
Case Study – Decatur Utilities Alabama Municipality – Gas, Electric, Water 3-GIS Services Performed: Geodatabase Development Setup Network Express & Field Express
DU Using Network Express for:
Data Viewing Compliance Reporting Valve Inspections Leak Survey
Why Express Solution Readily Integrates into Corporate IT Architecture Rapid Deployment – Quickly Show Quantifiable Results Easy Administration Simple Tools Minimize Training & Increase Adoption Highly Adaptable for New Compliance Regulations
Thank You
Introducing 3-GIS Founded in May 2006 2010 Esri’s Strategic Gold Partner Award ward
2011 Esri’s Partners Choice Award GTI Strategic Development Partner GIS Utility & Telecommunication Involvement since mid-1980’s – Intergraph, MESA Solutions, Telcordia
ESRI, Intergraph, MESA Solutions, Solutions and Telcordia trademarks of rdia are registered trademar their respective or parent corporations.
3-GIS and the Gas Technology Institute Goes Mobile With the growing demands on the Gas infrastructure GTI is deploying Mobile Applications in support of Integrity Management Initiatives
Program Goals Reduce the cost of compliance Hardware and software Data management labor
Decrease operational risk Increased data quality Enhanced awareness
Facilitate the transition to data driven decision making
Current Project Objective Create an architecture that provides . . .
Low cost data collection devices Simple software Access to up-to-date engineering information Real-time data submittal from the field Minimal back-office processing Single repository for asset, engineering, operational and integrity data Simple and effective analytical tools
Status Software architecture developed Operator specific applications being built Pilot and implementation projects on-going Overview
Configurable Runs on Laptops, Tablets & Windows Handhelds Create and Edit Data Run Disconnected / Connected Fully GPS Integrated
Functions
Leak Survey Inspections Cathodic Protection Readings Data Collection and Correction Damage Assessment
Next Step Integrate barcode scanning for capturing ASTM F2897-11 Pole mounted system with high accuracy GPS, tablet computer, new installation data collection software, and barcode scanner
Current Project Objective Create an architecture that provides . . . Low cost data collection devices Simple software Access to up-to-date engineering information Real-time data submittal from the field Minimal back-office processing Single repository for asset, engineering, operational and integrity data Simple and effective analytical tools
Tools Smart phones and tablet devices Cloud computing GIS Overview Runs on Android & IPad Data Creation Inspection & Reading Capture GPS Integration Image Capture & Upload Co-Developed with the Gas Technology Institute
Data Collectors Consumer grade smart phones and tablets iPad and iPhone Android devices Windows
Cost = $400 - $800 Feature rich, easy to use Plethora of developers and supporting services Durability? But easy to replace! Evaluating accessories to support field use
GIS Allows direct access to GIS for field viewing Allows direct GIS feature updates Attaching field data to GIS features facilitates future analysis and trending Using Esri ArcServer
Software Application 3-GIS Network Express Smart phone/tablet version of mobile data collection software Integrity Management HCA Exposed Pipe Crossings
Leak Survey Asset Inspections Damage & Maintenance Assessment ROW Management –Encroachment, Erosion, Access Trails Data Inventory & Correction – Marker Balls, Service Locations, Data Verification
Status Software architecture developed Operator specific applications being built Pilot and implementation projects on-going Integrate barcode scanning for capturing ASTM F2897-11 Pole mounted system with high accuracy GPS, tablet computer, new installation data collection software, and barcode scanner
High Accuracy GPS GTI partnering with NavCom to provide real time, decimeter quality GPS Ability to integrate with smart phones and tablet devices Proprietary software to limit multi-path in urban canyons No need for post processing
Next Step Integrate barcode scanning for capturing ASTM F2897-11 Pole mounted system with high accuracy GPS, tablet computer, new installation data collection software, and barcode scanner
Business Needs Data updated directly from the field Field crews having up-to-date data in their hand – (Disconnected/Connected) Communication from office to Field Sharing data with other field workers Integration to other internal application in order to provide real-time fulfillment Support Multiple Platforms
Many Devices – Many Uses
Question for you Who currently has deployed Mobile based technology? How is it being used? What hardware platforms do you use?
Has it been successful?
Integrate your Mobile Solution
3-GIS Hosted Test Site
DB
Server Farm Esri Managed Services
Solution
Mobile Users
Web Users
WEB Communication Layer Admin
ArcServer
Database
Case Study Level 3 Synchronizes Fiber Data with Mobile GIS Application
Critical Problem Level 3 needed to standardize a data platform which would allow their data to be seamlessly populated while improving the data accuracy.
Solution Level 3 deployed the 3-GIS Field Solution that supported the ability to edit data in the field, capture new inspection information, manage related records, and fluidly post it into the central database repository through ArcGIS Server.
Case Study – Montana Dakota Utilities Gas & Electric 900,000 Customers Over 7 States ArcFM Site 3-GIS Services Performed: Setup ArcGIS Server, Geodatabase, and Field Express in 3 day period. Went Live in January – 600 users
MDU Using Field Express for:
Recording Service Locations Leak Surveys Exposed Pipe Locations Viewing & Navigation
Case Study – Decatur Utilities Alabama Municipality – Gas, Electric, Water 3-GIS Services Performed: Geodatabase Development Setup Network Express & Field Express
DU Using Network Express for:
Data Viewing Compliance Reporting Valve Inspections Leak Survey
Why Express Solution Readily Integrates into Corporate IT Architecture Rapid Deployment – Quickly Show Quantifiable Results Easy Administration Simple Tools Minimize Training & Increase Adoption Highly Adaptable for New Compliance Regulations
Thank You
