Geographic Information Science (GIS)

Geospatial Modelling

Geospatial modelling involves creating digital representations of real-world phenomena linked to specific geographic locations. These models help analyze, visualize, and predict spatial patterns and behaviors. By combining data from Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, and spatial statistics, geospatial modelling allows for a deeper understanding of spatial interactions and processes.

Applications include urban planning, environmental management, disaster response, agriculture, and more. AtGEOCONSOL, we excel in modelling spatial and temporal aspects of geographical phenomena, using suitable data structures and relationships for accurate representations.

Spatial Analysis

Spatial analysis examines the relationships, patterns, and structures of geographic data. Using tools like ArcGIS Pro, we analyze geospatial data in raster and vector environments to provide insights for decision-making.

• Overlay Analysis: Exploring relationships between spatial data layers, like infrastructure and population density.
• Proximity Analysis: Measuring distances between features or phenomena within an area.
• Distance Analysis: Calculating distances, such as the nearest hospital to a community.
• Spatial Interpolation: Estimating unsampled values based on known data points.
• Buffering: Creating zones around features to study potential interactions.
• Hotspot Analysis: Identifying concentrations of activities or phenomena.
• Network Analysis: Studying relationships in transportation or utility networks.
• Site Suitability Analysis: Determining optimal locations for activities based on criteria.
• Space-Time Analysis: Observing how spatial patterns evolve over time.

At GEOCONSOL, we help decision-makers uncover critical insights through comprehensive spatial analysis.

Spatial Statistics

Spatial statistics use mathematical techniques to analyze and understand patterns, dependencies, and distributions of geographic data. By modeling spatial dependencies and autocorrelations, these methods reveal valuable insights into the relationships between nearby locations.

• Spatial Autocorrelation: Measuring similarities in nearby features to identify patterns.
• Geostatistics: Estimating values for unsampled locations using methods like Kriging.

At GEOCONSOL, we use spatial statistics to support informed decisions in geography, geology, environmental science, urban planning, and agriculture.

Mapping and Visualization

Representing geographic data visually enables users to comprehend complex spatial patterns and trends. At GEOCONSOL, we create maps using advanced cartographic methods, helping our clients tell stories through spatial data visualization.

Database Management

Geospatial database management involves storing, organizing, and querying spatial data effectively. A robust Geospatial Database Management System (GDBMS) is critical for analysis and decision-making. Popular GDBMS include:

• PostGIS: Extends PostgreSQL for geographic data management.
• Spatialite: Spatial extension for SQLite databases.
• Oracle Spatial: Provides support for spatial data types and indexing.
• SQL Server Spatial: Adds spatial capabilities to Microsoft's database system.
• ESRI File Geodatabase: Proprietary format for ArcGIS spatial data storage.

At GEOCONSOL, we specialize in creating, maintaining, and analyzing spatial datasets, ensuring data quality and performing efficient retrieval and analysis for various industries.

GEOCONSOL SERVICES:

At GEOCONSOL, we deliver a tailored suite of the following services to accommodate GIS applications in multi-disciplinary projects:

• Model building to iterate a series of spatial data processing tools using ArcGIS Pro ModelBuilder and Python.
• Providing solutions to advanced spatial analysis problems.
• Spatial database creation and management.
• Sampling and interpolation techniques on continuous surfaces or phenomena.
• Network and least-cost path analysis techniques.
• Terrain and watershed analysis techniques.
• Cartographic outputs.

GEOCONSOL has certified resources to provide the above services.