Abstract

The challenges and rewards of globally implementing mobile GIS.
Track: Mobile GIS
Authors: Peter McBride

Due to the sustainability and efficiency benefits it offers, ERM, a global sustainability company, has recently explored the benefits of using mobile GIS technology. Like many global businesses, ERM, has a global IT support structure, which requires a single hardware solution, support for only one operating system and one mobile GIS software package in order to provide consistent support and capitalise on the value for money that large purchasing power provides. With a global workforce working in varied conditions, in varying technical fields and with varying skills and experience, selecting hardware and applications can be challenging. This presentation outlines these challenges and the methods which can be employed to overcome these issues utilising Esri software. These include using ArcPad Studio to create bespoke applications and selecting the correct technology to provide the best support to field workers and best value to clients.