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Services • Competencies • ProductsContentGISCON - Specialists for Geographic Information SystemsAbout usRange of ServicesCompetenciesApproachAreas of ApplicationGIS Training Product LinesBasic TechnologyProfessional ServicesQuality AssuranceCustomers 4567891011121315We are an IT service provider with a strong focus on the application of GIS in virtually all sectors4About usExperience and commitmentLocations Customer relationsGISCON association offers services in connection with the preparation and application of geographic information systems (GIS). Our core competencies encompass the acquisition of knowledge crucial for decision-making from data with spatial reference. We have especially established ourselves successfully in the area of GIS consultation. Fifteen years of experience in planning, implementing and applying geographic information systems has provided us with substan-tial know-how to be able to implement of even the most complex of projects. This long-lasting success is due to one of our most important guidelines: We are committed to everything we do, from simple training courses to large scale projects. With its four lacations in Brunswick, Bergkamen, Dortmund and Freising GISCON is presented throughout Germany. More than 30 employees from environmental and planning divisions as well as engi-neers of computer science and geoinformatics guarantee an extensive and competent support of our customers. In addition, our 2012 newly established branch in Kuwait City (Kuwait) serves as centre of GIS expertise for all our customers in the Middle East. Our working policy is based on the close cooperation with our custo-mers throughout the whole project lifecycle. We believe that intensive communication with our customers and the thorough consideration of their needs are the key factors for successful solutions. Our experts always take the time needed to clearly define your individual require-ments and to transform these requirements into functional GIS solu-tions. This is why large companies, such as the German Telecom, and medium-sized companies, local authorities and public administration offices trust our services.BrunswickBergkamenDortmundFreisingField-specific KnowledgeInformationTechnologyIntegrationKnow-howTransferConsultingGeo-Solutions5Range of ServicesOur 'Full Service' ConceptWe offer all services related to the introduction, utiliza-tion and application of geographic information systems. The range of services and activities offered by GISCON covers the whole process of GIS implementation life cycle ranging from consulting services and training to applications development and turn-key projects. That means that you receive all the necessary components for the success of your GIS project from one source.We combine different areas of our range of services into integrated comprehensive solutionsIntegrated comprehensive solutions+++++++++In order to acquire useful information from spatial data we offer you a comprehensive range of products and services. Our employees com-bine individual parts of this range in a competent and customer-orien-ted way to produce productive comprehensive solutions: consulting, analysis of existing systems, requirements analysis and the implementation of geographic information systemsrestructuring and optimisation of existing systemsdevelopment of programs and applications based on the ESRI family of products (ArcGIS®, ArcGIS Server®, ArcSDE®, ArcIMS®, ArcView®), user-oriented extensions and application modulesinterface design, maintenance and supportdesign and development of web-based GIS technologiesdesign, modeling and development of geographic databasesacquisition, digitising and visualisation of spatial data for analysis and planning (mapping / cartography)modular structured training courses for beginners and advanced usersindividual GIS software and standard products with spatial dimensionLinking experts' knowledgeProjects are conducted through a network of competence teams accor-ding to the customer requirements. In a highly diverging GIS market with a confusing range of services and high investment risks, these 'panels of experts' are considered as pilots for your IT project. In search of productive, low cost and future-oriented solutions, each competence team contributes to the developer pool by adding individu-al knowledge and experience, e.g. analysis, web GIS or custom pro-gramming. In this way we systematically use synergy effects of highly spe-cia-lised experts to create customised GIS applications. GIS Competence+Relevant knowledge in the application field+Thorough understanding of customer needsCustomer NeedsGISCONImplementationof tailoredsolutionsCompetence TeamGeodatabase CompetenceInternet and Web-GIS Team Competence CentreInterfacesCompetence CentreTraining RequirementsSpecific ConceptOur experienced competence teams use synergy effects for the best GIS solutionsGIS Competencies6International projectsOur successful projects in both Western and Eastern Europe and in the Middle East have provided GISCON with the valuable expe-rience to enable us to also offer high quality services outside Germany. There is an international network of qualified partners and service providers to support us if all participants have access to the whole emerging project know-ledge. Applications and production processes are therefore implemen-ted under our direct supervision. We do not consider our goal to be reached before users are able to independently operate the whole system. necessary. As strategic partners, our GIS and IT specialists provide your company with comprehensive know-how in a reliable and expe-rienced way. In order to achieve this we work in close cooperation with the management on site and in-volve the local personnel on a broad basis. Thus, we ensure that Competence TeamConsulting / Application Development Geographic information systems designed to meet your demand++++++facilitate the systematical acqui-sition, administration, analysis and presentation of data related to space, time and contentincrease the efficiency of data establishment, control and updatingallow simple and easy admini-stration of large data sets allow the integration and spatial analysis of various subject areas can easily be integrated into or adapted to existing IT systemsare efficient instruments for adding value and creating a competitive advantageStandardised GIS applicationsConsulting and project planning+++Geographic Information systems open up virtually unlimited possibili-ties of applications in regard to spatial issues. However, what seems advantageous at first glance often turns out to be a problem when put to practice: The countless fields of application actually require indivi-dual solutions. However, such customer-specific individual designs are usually too cost-intensive. Therefore, we pursue the concept of 'field-related standard applications'.On a uniform technological basis we develop functional components for typical task areas in different GIS fields of application. These com-ponents can be easily modified and combined through systematic stan-dardisation - this combination results in 'custom-made' solutions for many organizations. Thus, the development costs and all subsequent costs disperse. The applications remain flexible, cost-effective and long-lasting. Thanks to more than 15 years of experience we are able to understand the internal processes of your workflow quickly and completely. We determine the exact information requirement and transform this require-ment into sophisticated GIS solutions. In the so-called 'customising' process, our developers merge profound knowledge from the areas of structured analysis, research methodologies and GIS technology. The result is a number of analytical approaches, which we implement as logical process chains into up-to-date GIS software. At the same time, the integration of specific methodological databases, also known as 'expert systems' takes place in a so-called 'GIS Aided Engineering' (GAE) procedure. Our GIS solutions only unfold their full potential through this connection of GIS know-how, IT trade and enough knowledge of the specific area of application. 7ApproachApplications focusing on special fieldsThe implementation of databases for special fields requires the identifi-cation of processes specific to their special field and their mapping in corresponding software applications, also known as application modu-les. If correctly planned, they work as a 'functional interface' between a standard GIS and the user to answer questions related to the specific field quickly and precisely. The development of application modules within a given time and budget greatly depends on the insight of the developers into field-specific knowledge. One of our main advantages is therefore the interdisci-plinary structure of our GISCON competence teams in which experts in the specific field always work alongside IT and GIS specialists. Thus, we can transfer complex relations without any information losses into user-friendly interface for the specific field.Competencies in special fields +++++++++hydrologygeologyenvironmentforestry, agriculturetelecommunicationutilitiesspatial planning transportation educationAreas of ApplicationHelp with the system design, conception and tendersAnalysis of business processes and systemenvironmentSupport in the project managementImplementation of GIS applications and mobile solutionsONE Complete System with minimum interfaces possibleONE Data Model with different applicationsTarget: prompt, simple and secure information flow System integrationOur many years of experience have shown how important it is to ensure that the existing workflow and IT structures are considered appropriately with each new release of a GIS or application as the demands on a GIS from different departments often result in the co-existence of diverse applications. In an extreme case, each of these isolated solutions has its own requirements regarding data storage, processing and maintenance, meaning each data transfer between the departments inevitably causes additional expenses of time and costs. The release of a geographic information system as well as the improve-ment of such isolated solutions requires a comprehensive understanding of existing special fields' applications, related work flows and superior business processes. The consultants in our competence teams create solutions for the inte-gration of new GIS concepts and technologies into existing IT structures using specific knowledge from the areas of system design and system integration quickly and safely. The results are more efficient work flows and hence a real added value without any extra cost.8i If you have further questions about our training......we will be glad to send you our training brochure. Do not forget to have a look at our latest news on the internet: www.giscon.euWe provide knowledge to suit your needs+++...either at our training centre or in-houseInvestments in high-capacity GIS solutions will only pay off if the users have the necessary knowledge needed to work with the system. Our GIS training provides you with the necessary know-how. In order to be able to adapt as individually as possible to the actual training require-ments, we offer (in addition to the standard ESRI training) customised training courses composed of modules. Those are thematic blocks of courses from the ESRI family of products, which are to be combined flexibly to suit your needs resulting in perfectly tailored training pro-grams, e.g. Training for users changing from ArcInfo to ArcGIS: geo-database, topology, geo-processing with ArcToolboxprofessional cartography in ArcGIS: icon design, annotations, layout designdata analysis and integration with external data sources: spatial analysis, statistic evaluation, geo-processing with ArcToolboxFeel free to contact us - we would be delighted to make you a 'custom-made' training package offerOur well-equipped training centre in Dortmund offers beginners and advanced learners alike best training conditions in a pleasant atmos-phere with high-quality technical equipment. Small groups of attendees (up to a maximum of 8 participants) guarantee high quality training and supervision. Our instructors are certified by ESRI - they have com-prehensive practical GIS experience and share their know-ledge profes-sionally. Training materials in German and English language referring to the latest software versions support the learning process in an optimum way. Depending on your requirements, we would also be prepared to orga-nise in-house courses and workshops at your company's premises so that individual questions can be addressed directly within the work environment and the training can be given 'on the job'. We also offer the seminars in English and Arabic.GIS Training9+++++++++++ArcGIS DesktopArcView 3 GIS® ®Programming with .NET and VBAArcGIS ServerArcIMSArcObjects Building Geodatabases®ArcSDE for ORACLESpatial Analyst / 3D-AnalystSystem DesignArcGIS Geoprocessing: ArcToolbox, Commandline, Model ®Builder, PythonGIS Standard CoursesProducts development ++IT Technology++We develop GIS products in two ways: Based on customer solutions - in which case we extract a standard software as a core for the new project from the individual solution that we developed before. We complement this software core with further functions and modules.Based on our own developments, meaning we develop applications that we use ourselves in order to complete service assignments. This can be seen as 'from professionals for professionals' that is how productive applications evolve that can be handed on to customers. The products that originated from this process are integrated into a com-prehensive release and maintenance process. The main components of this process are our internal quality assurance and documentation pro-cedures. Various efficient solution packages therefore emerge along with the corresponding service and training offers.Alongside the classic ArcGIS desktop extensions based on ArcObjects, our solutions often exceed the narrow GIS area. They expand over diffe-rent areas of the modern IT landscape: web-based client-server-solutions allow for the use of central data and typical GIS functions as services via browser. As an integrated portal solution they allow for the visualising and analysis of geo-data, the editing of geometries and attributes as well as the effective management of applications, users and access rights. In this process, all of the requirements of a modern geo-data infrastructure (GDI) are taken into consideration, such as SOA (Service-Oriented Architec-ture) and approved internet standards (e.g. from the OGC).Our effective administration systems provide an integrated operation, communication and company management solutions. As they have an independent connection to Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS) they are also able to be used by several users. Product Lines Areas of application+++++Desktop applications based on ArcObjectsWeb and portal solutions,Web services (SOA)Mobile solutionsDatabase-oriented administrative and ERP solutions (Enterprise Resource Planning) Interfaces for the ESRI family of products10FS / RDBMS / SDEServerWeb-LogicDesktop-ClientMobilerClientWeb-BrowserApplication TierData TierApplications in multi-tier architectureBasic Technology 11++Apart from stand-alone single-user systems we offer solutions for mobile components (PDA / handheld) with well-engineered check-in / check-out mechanisms and GPS link. Interface programs play a big role in our product portfolio: as one of ESRI's development partners we offer the development, sale and support of bi-directional format converters for the transfer of data to and from ESRI family of products. ++++®Visual StudioVB.Net, C#®EclipseJava, Python®Sun StudioC, C++®Team Developer (Unify)SQLWindowsIntegratedDevelopment EnvironmentDevelopment platforms++++We support all common platforms in software development in the classic desktop area as well as server area. In the desktop area we are mainly referring to the operating ® ®systems Windows XP and Windows Vista . ® ®The use of Windows Terminal Server / Citrix-Metaframe is supported in enterprise systems.In addition, we are currently developing applications for Windows ® ®2003 , Solaris and diverse Linux-Derivates in the server area. In the mobile area, our developments for the operating system ® Microsoft Windows Mobile are from version 5 onwards.Components technologynew applications each time accor-ding to the customer's demand. The recurring use of well-engineered and tested components not only increases the speed of develop-ment but also the quality of the Components technology is one of the most important innovative pro-cesses of our object-oriented soft-ware development. We have a framework of combinable software modules, which are assembled into emerging products. Another advantage of this technology is the very simplified and therefore very quick code adaptation in case of change-requests or product enhancement.Geo-Processing++++Apart from the 'classic' creation of high-quality map products, we offer a broad range of functional services around geo-processing to customers without internal GIS competencies: Data modellingThe development and creation of data models (in UML)Data compilationscanning and geo-referencing of plans and maps full and semi-automated vectorisation manual digitising of analogue mapsmobile data compilationorthophotos creation and aerial images interpretation Data processingterrain modellingdata conversion of different formatslinking and integration of external databases and information systems for specific fieldsdatabase preparation and development based on specific rules analysis, modelling and simulation Data outputdigital cartography including layout and map compositionprint-ready map production automatic generation of reports and statistics Professional Services12As a long-standing ESRI partner, we mainly use software from the ArcGIS family of products in the area of data processing. Apart from the most modern hardware, we use exclusively high-perfor-mance peripheral devices from market-leading brands for the digital data compilation and data output. All of the work is carried out by highly qualified personnel in the relevant subjects.An example of data processing: From the two datasets of the terrain model-ling Surface Hydrology and Geology (top) the Soil Types map (middle) is produced. Linking it with a special soil suitability model, the potential natural vegetation (PNV) is calculated and stored as a new dataset (bottom).13Quality AssuranceGood performance in the long runAgile development processIn order to guarantee the quality of our work in the long run we place great value on the improvement of all business processes and compre-hensive quality management. Part of this is, along with process definition and information storage in professional documentation systems, the pro-ject management following the German Standards adapted V-model XT and the software development in compliance with international standards. The application of the most modern technologies of well-known brands and partnerships with market-leading GIS and IT corporations (e.g. ESRI, ORACLE and Microsoft) provide the basis for our state-of-the-art solu-tions. We continually integrate up-to-date know-how by cooperating with institutes and service providers of neighbouring fields of expertise.Our software development follows a standardised multi-step process: In the analysis phase, we work with our customer to define both the system and user requirements. Subsequently the functions and software modules are graphically modelled using the unified modelling language (UML) and the interfaces are developed taking software ergonomic aspects into consideration. Due to immediate feedback with the customer we meet all requirements in an optimal way and can detect deviations at an early stage. Quality assurance mechanisms++++++++Continual training of staff membersProject execution following adapted V-model XTIT supported document guidanceSoftware development according to international standardsCompetent analysis of requirementsClose involvement of the customer in the software concept and interface designAgile development methods:customer involvement by Project Board and FeedbackTest Driven DevelopmentModification managementPrototypingImplementationDesignUser RequirementsProductService / SupportCustomer QC / QA14Legal Notice© 2008 GISCON geo.engineering.gmbhConcept, design, texts: Andrea Langner, GISCON geo.engineering.gmbhPrint: Fischer Druck GmbH, PeineCopyright-notes GISCON is a registered trademark of Wulf-Dietrich Jung, SchweitenkirchenHydroTools and GEODAVE are registered trademarks of GISCON Geoinformatik GmbH, BraunschweigESRI, ArcGIS, ArcIMS, ArcObjects, 3D-Analyst, ArcGIS, ArcInfo Workstation, ArcCAD, ArcView and PC ArcInfo are registered trademarks of Environmental Systems R esearch Institute, Redlands, Calif., USPython is a registered trademark of Seagate R emovable Storage Solutions LLC (n.d.Ges.d. 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