SME Engagement & Staffing

Case Study: Staffing Support for Statewide GIS Data Management System for Indiana Geographic Information Office (IGIO)

INTRODUCTION

Axon Advisors collaborated with a prime vendor to support the Indiana Geographic Information Office (IGIO) in enhancing their statewide GIS data management system. The IGIO, operating under the Indiana Office of Technology (IOT), sought to improve their existing "Data Harvest" program, which collects spatial datasets from each county and consolidates them into statewide datasets. The goal was to develop a web-based system to facilitate data submission, validation, and aggregation, with a focus on compliance with Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1) data standards.

Challenge or Problem Statement

The IGIO faced challenges in validating and improving the spatial datasets submitted by counties, ensuring compliance with NG9-1-1 standards, and aggregating data into statewide datasets. Manual validation processes were time-consuming and prone to errors, hindering efficient data management and emergency response efforts.

Solution

Axon Advisors provided a highly skilled GIS Technician to review, analyze, and query spatial data and tables. This subject matter expert played a pivotal role in the development and implementation of a comprehensive GIS data management system. The solution included:

Leveraging the expertise of the GIS Technician to define validation rules and system requirements based on Indiana's data schemas and NG9-1-1 standards.

Customizing the platform to accommodate Indiana-specific requirements and ensure seamless integration with existing GIS software.

Providing training and support to system users, empowering them to effectively utilize the platform for data submission, validation, and aggregation.

Collaborating with IGIO and IOT throughout the implementation process to address any technical challenges and ensure alignment with project objectives.

Implementation

The implementation process involved:

Utilizing the GIS Technician's expertise to configure the platform, develop custom validations, and ensure compatibility with ArcGIS Map or Pro.

Integrating the subject matter expert into the project team, facilitating communication and collaboration between stakeholders.

Employing the GIS Technician's attention to detail and strong communication skills to identify and address any issues or discrepancies during the implementation phase.

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Results and Benefits

The collaboration between Axon Advisors and the prime vendor, facilitated by the expertise of the GIS Technician, yielded significant benefits for the IGIO and participating counties, including:

Streamlined data submission and validation processes, reducing manual effort and errors.

Improved data quality and compliance with NG9-1-1 standards, enhancing emergency response capabilities.

Enhanced user experience through comprehensive training and support, maximizing the utility of the GIS data management system.

Increased efficiency in statewide data aggregation and cross-jurisdiction validation, facilitated by the GIS Technician's expertise in spatial data analysis and GIS data schemas.

Seamless integration with existing GIS software, ensuring compatibility and ease of use for system users.

Overall, the contribution of the GIS Technician provided by Axon Advisors played a crucial role in the successful implementation of the GIS data management system, enabling the IGIO to achieve its objectives of improving data quality, interoperability, and accessibility for emergency response and statewide planning initiatives.

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SME Engagement & Staffing

Case Study: Staffing Support for Statewide GIS Data Management System for Indiana Geographic Information Office (IGIO)

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