Technology

 

The core features of the Mb_GIS Utility Enterprise Edition are as follows:

Multilayer technology encompassing web and application clients, objects components encapsulating business logic, running on J2EE application servers and database systems.

Single point of access to different utility applications – including GIS, workflow system, documentation repository and SCADA measurements. The use of web access helps minimise TCO by limiting hardware requirements and ensuring truly ubiquitous access to the system.

The specialised editing and analytical application Mb_GIS Editor is designed for advanced users. The application extends the standard GIS functionality by adding utility functions, map to network model transformation, time-based symbols and figures depicting SCADA measurements and simulation data, e.g. changes in pressure for the selected network nodes over time. Versioning and long-lasting transactions ensure state-of-the-art edition and modelling in multi-user environments.

The information from SCADA is also available in the form of detailed measurements in the Mb_MDW system. The measurements can be verified against defined normative values, displayed on reports and figures. Therefore, the information gathered by SCADA becomes available for every system user in a uniform interface.

The map layers are tightly integrated with the Mb_AM/FM asset database. All the attribute data of the assets can be used to visualise the assets on the map. In particular, the way the objects are displayed may indicate whether they are the subject of some orders or have been repaired during last year, as well as include current readings of the water flow available from the MB_MDb database.

Numerous map displays may be served at the same time to answer the needs of different departments. Thanks to the web-based architecture and licensing terms, this makes the Mb_GIS system accessible by all the staff working with the maps.

Integrated document repository with version tracking and advanced permission system provides the basis for building efficient archive of both scanned documentation and files.

The Mb_GIS Utility software is based on recognised database servers including Oracle and Ms SQL Server, brand ESRI GIS servers and open standards and protocols. This makes the further integration not only possible, but also straightforward and efficient.