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A map will be the starting-point.
In future, there will be a huge growth in the amount of geographical data available. This will also apply to the quality of the data. The currently still expensive detailed cadastral and topographical maps will soon be available on the market at an affordable price. This will make it possible to tailor work processes. More and more will be communicated via digital maps.
Internet and web services will be the key
Optimal use will be made of internet and Web services when providing services.
Such services consist for example of the provision of information (e.g. map material), the exchange of data (e.g. lab communication) and functionalities (the testing module of TerraIndex).
Supply chain integration ensures optimal cooperation
In order to be able to work efficiently, the divisions between the various parties working within the area of environmental research will be gradually removed. Where there is still communication via a paper report, information will in future be provided by Web services. The information systems of the different parties will thus combine to produce a comprehensive system which ensures mutual use of data and functionality.
The environment as an integral part of other disciplines
In those cases where the environment is regularly a specialised element of the work of advisory agencies and land managers, it will in future become an integral part of this whole area of work.
Information systems, including TerraIndex, will interface seamlessly with each other. Web services will be the key to this.
Standardisation in the area of data expansion
Standardisation in the area of data expansion has really taken off during the last few years and will be further developed in the years to come.
I.T. Works has always played an active role in the creation of standards and are currently involved with:
- the management of the SIKB0101 exchange format;
- the establishment of a new data model in conjunction with TNO and IdsW (RWS).