—Mike Londe, BLM-Wyoming
The BLM has recently implemented multiple mobile field applications for field workers, which can all be accessed from one centralized Server. By utilizing the CartoPac Field Server, integrated into their Esri ArcSDE, the entire agency has access to the ArcSDE database for increased functionality. The Law Enforcement Application was created to help mobilize their field agents and instead of using fragile and bulky laptops, they moved into using rugged handheld GPS units that allow their agents access to GIS-based information while away from the vehicle. The second application implemented is the BLM Range Application, which took eight hours from start to finish to create, producing a working prototype. Both solutions have proven successful in running inside a DOI/BLM IT environment.