Geographic Information System Management Research Articles

Bibliometric Analysis of Geographic Information System Impact on Urban Areas Management

Geographic Information System is a global phenomenon that has revolutionized technology and is receiving much attention currently. To objectively conceptualize the research context of Geographic Information System (GIS) impact on human settlement, bibliometrix and biblioshiny software packages were applied to conduct data mining and qualitative analysis. Research papers including journals and articles in the fields of GIS and Urban Areas management spanning from 2000 to 2023 were extracted. This scientific data was extracted on 8TH January 2023 in the Publish or Perish core collection database. The results indicated that: publications fell from 2000 to 2001, however, they increased a bit in 2002. There was no significant change until 2007 when there was a slight increase in publications up to 2008. Geographic Information Systems, flood-prone areas, urban areas, suitable areas, rural areas and maps are the most frequently used keywords in the field of GIS and urban areas management in recent years. Consequently, the paper concludes that the research directions on GIS impact on human settlement management in future include the following processes and mechanisms: the application of state-of-the-art GIS technologies, the introduction of GIS crime monitoring innovations for urban centers, robust GIS simulation innovations to enhance urban resilience and digitization of human settlements for promotion of sustainable, Smart and Blue Cities. Finally, research into the creation of geo-spatial database platforms and data infrastructure for human or urban centers should be promoted. This paper aims to review the literature on the significance of GIS as a powerful tool in addressing the complexities and challenges inherent in urban environments.

A Framework for Data Collection and Management to Support the Comprehensive Development of African Agriculture

Agriculture is a key source of food and health for humanity. However, the hazardous way this activity is still cared for in some developing countries like the Republic of Benin, with poor quality farming data collection mechanisms, can guarantee neither quality and sustainability of production, nor comprehensiveness and efficiency of agricultural interventions. Such shortcomings ineluctably contribute to the limited success of the Comprehensive African Agriculture Development Program (CAADP) promoted by the African Union and its regional chapters, in most African countries. Based on these preliminary remarks, this paper suggests a systematic and automated monitoring, evaluation, learning, and adaptation (MEL) framework that will further be tested, consolidated, validated, and promoted, first in the Republic of Benin, and later in other African countries. This framework is made of local, regional, and national geographic information systems (GIS) which will further serve as databases for planning and interventions in the agricultural sector. The proposed GIS superposes lands’ details (sizes, soils’ characteristics, rainfall data, etc.), stakeholders’ details (demographics, crops, livestock, agricultural practices, etc.), and agricultural value chains’ details. Local, regional, and national agricultural value chains’ development platforms will bring stakeholders together, and serve as sources and co-users of the GIS data. Local, regional, and national MEL and GIS management skilled AEAS agents will facilitate systematic data collection and GIS database management. The data collection and treatment tools should allow the use of all kinds of data formats, including voice and image records, given the oral orientation of most agricultural stakeholders. This original idea emerged from observations during national and regional field experiences, and from the literature that revealed the efficiency of automated real-time and quality data for comprehensive and evidence-based decision-making in development interventions.

Peculiarities of creating a database for the IoT system of urban forest management in the city of St. Petersburg

The article deals with the issues related to problems of creating databases for IoT-systems in general and in conjunction with geographic information systems of urban forest management. Highlighted are specific problems and ways of solving them on the basis of modern information technology. As one way to solve most of the problems faced by the developer, the paper reviews the use of open source database management system Tarantool with a non-blocking application server. The article also describes a tree structure for mapping devices, which are connected to the IoT system. It greatly simplifies their management and mapping. The results described in the article allow to judge the possibility of combining two systems such as a geographic information management system and the Internet of Things.

Usage of Geographic Information System for Management of Soil Fertility, Egypt

The current work was implemented to introduce an exclusive description for fertilization of an area equivalent to 50459.04 hectare situated along El Bahria Oasis Road – Giza Governorate, Egypt. GIS and GPS techniques were implicated in this study. Soil survey was carried out where the main physical, chemical properties and fertility parameters were engaged. The studied area was classified into two orders; Aridisols and Entisols. Geographic database for the soil properties and nutrients under study were built up and digital maps were produced. Land evaluation was done according to Storie & Sys and others; Land capability of the studied area showed four classes namely; II, III, IV and V with respect of storie). The land suitability for some crops (winter crops, summer crops and orchard trees) were appraised for the area under investigation and exported to GIS to be displayed in digital maps. Taking into account the contents of the nutrients present in soil the Fertilizer requirements for suitable crops were estimated; spatial analyst tools in Arc/GIS were used to create digital maps for the requirements of key figures nutrients (N, P, K) calculated in kg /hectare; The resulted map for fertilizers needs could be considered of enormous potential for precision farming application. https://doi.org/10.23953/cloud.ijarsg.473

Development of a Geospatial Data-Based Methodology for Stormwater Management in Urban Areas Using Freely-Available Software.

Intense urbanisation, combined with climate change impacts such as increased rainfall intensity, is overloading conventional drainage systems, increasing the number of combined sewer overflow events and making treatment plants outdated. There is a need for better urban planning, incorporating stormwater and flood management design in order to accurately design urban drainage networks. Geographic Information System (GIS) tools are capable of identifying and delineating the runoff flow direction, as well as accurately defining small-sized urban catchments using geospatial data. This study explores the synergies between GIS and stormwater management design tools for better land-use planning, providing a new methodology which has the potential to incorporate hydraulic and hydrological calculations into the design of urban areas. From data collection to final results, only freely available software and open platforms have been used: the U.S. EPA Storm Water Management Model (SWMM), QGis, PostgreSQL, PostGIS, SagaGIS, and GrassGIS. Each of these tools alone cannot provide all the necessary functionalities for large-scale projects, but once linked to GISWATER, a unique, fast, efficient, and accurate work methodology results. A case study of a newly urbanised area in the city of Gijón (northern Spain) has been utilised to apply this new methodology.

A GIS-oriented semantic data model to support PLM for DfS

Studying a product's environmental impact on an interacted territory's environmental status can increase decision makers' information when considering design for sustainability (DfS). Spatial representation of environmental information using geographic information systems (GIS) is an approach to analyse environmental status. This paper proposes a new data model to integrate geographical data with product related data throughout substances flows over the whole lifecycle. This model uses coupling of GIS and product lifecycle management (PLM) by unified modelling language (UML) representation. This new data model offers the possibility of enhancing sustainable products and obtaining more relevant results due to a better integration of site specificities.

A GIS-oriented semantic data model to support PLM for DfS

Studying a product's environmental impact on an interacted territory's environmental status can increase decision makers' information when considering design for sustainability (DfS). Spatial representation of environmental information using geographic information systems (GIS) is an approach to analyse environmental status. This paper proposes a new data model to integrate geographical data with product related data throughout substances flows over the whole lifecycle. This model uses coupling of GIS and product lifecycle management (PLM) by unified modelling language (UML) representation. This new data model offers the possibility of enhancing sustainable products and obtaining more relevant results due to a better integration of site specificities.

Геоинформационные системы управления территориями. Региональный уровень

Геоинформационные системы управления территориями. Региональный уровень

Development of underground mine monitoring and communication system integrated ZigBee and GIS

An automated underground mine monitoring and communication system based on the integration of new technologies is introduced to promote safety and health, operational management and cost-effectiveness. The proposed system integration considering Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) assisted Geographic Information System (GIS) enables to monitor and control underground mining applications from surface office. Based on the capabilities of WSNs, ZigBee network is adapted for near real-time monitoring, ventilation system control and emergency communication in underground mine. ZigBee nodes were developed to sense environmental attributes such as temperature, humidity and gases concentration; switching ON and OFF ventilation fans; and texting emergency messages. A trigger action plan for monitored attributes above normal and threshold value limits is programmed in the surface GIS management server. It is designed to turn the auxiliary fans on remotely or automatically in orange condition and sending evacuation messages for underground miners in unsafe (red) condition. Multi-users operation and 3D visualisations are other successful achievements of the proposed system for the underground monitoring and communication.

Development of Basic Map Prototype of Irrigation using Geographic Information System (GIS) Approach of Public Works Department of Merauke Regency Papua

Irrigation system is natural resource potential which belongs to a region either by man-made or naturally formed. The management and maintenance of the resources are needed in order to be maintainable and utilizable for various necessities, such as agriculture and fishery. Concerning with irrigation system in Merauke Regency recently it has not been maximal because it still relies on manual technique to carry out documentation of the irrigation system belongs to. This research carried out the study concerned with utilization of geographic information system (GIS) for necessity of irrigation system management in Merauke Regency. The software ArcGIS, Microsoft Accessand Visual Basic were used as tools in the research conducted to develop the basic map prototype of irrigation system in Merauke Regency. Result of the research shows that by utilizing the GIS concept, management, logging, maintenance, and monitoring of resource potential as the irrigation system in Merauke Regency can be performed better. Any information of the irrigation system is provided completely on a map with other additional information. The system developed is also completed by facilities of query user and searching machine to make easier the user of developed application.

A study on software architecture for effective BIM/GIS-based facility management data integration

In this study, we propose software architecture for the effective integration of building information modeling (BIM) into a geographic information system (GIS)-based facilities management (FM) system. This requires the acquisition of data from various sources followed by the transformation of these data into an appropriate format. The integration and representation of heterogeneous data in a GIS are very important for use cases involving both BIM and GIS data, such as in the management of municipal facilities. We propose a BIM/GIS-based information Extract, Transform, and Load (BG-ETL) architecture that separates geometrical information from that related to the relevant properties. The property required for each use-case perspective is extracted and transformed from information for the BIM with FM to GIS using the ETL concept. In consideration of the viewpoint of geometry, the surface model for several representations in the GIS, we designed BG-ETL, developed a prototype, and verified the results through interviews. The results show that BG-ETL considering BIM/GIS integration issue has benefits such as reusability and extensibility. • The BG-ETL for integrating BIM, GIS and facility management data was proposed. • The mapping method from BIM including FM data to GIS was proposed. • The element, property and LOD mapping method from BIM to GIS were proposed. • The benefit of BG-ETL was at least almost twice times better than the manual.

基于GIS技术的县级生态公益林质量评价

对生态公益林质量进行科学评价是提高森林资源经营管理水平的重要环节，也是生态公益林信息管理系统建设过程中的重要组成部分。以县级生态公益林为研究对象，综合运用地理信息系统技术平台，利用森林资源“二类调查”小班数据库为信息源，建立了县级生态公益林地理信息管理系统，对生态公益林实行动态化、可视化和科学化管理。采用频度统计法、理论分析法、专家咨询法等筛选评价指标，用AHP法确定各指标的权重，构建了基于“二类调查”数据的生态公益林质量评价指标体系。利用建立的地理信息数据库中公益林小班信息，依据生态公益质量评价指标体系，采用固定小班评价法对生态公益林进行质量评价。 Ecological public welfare forest quality scientific evaluation is an important link to improve forest resource management level, and an important part of ecological public welfare forest information management system construction process. This study which by the county-level ecological public welfare forest as research object, integrate application geographic information system technology platform, use of forest resources that “second-class survey” sub-compartment database for information sources, established the county-level ecological public welfare forest geographic information management system. The ecological public welfare forest can achieve dynamic, visual and scientific management. Frequency statistics method, theoretical analysis, expert advice and other methods were adopted to screen out evaluation indexes, and AHP method was used to determine each index weight. An index system was constructed based on the “second-class survey” data to evaluate the quality of ecological public welfare forest. Finally, based on ecological public welfare forest quality evaluation index system, use of public welfare forest sub-compartment information by geographic information database was established, adopting fixed sub-compartment evaluation method to evaluation ecological public welfare forest quality.

Multi-Source Spatial Data Distribution Model and System Implementation

The Multi-source spatial data distribution is based on WebGIS, and it is an important part of multi-source geographic information management system. a new multi-source spatial data distribution model is proposed on the basis of multisource data storage model and by combining existing map distribution technology, The author developed a multi-source spatial data distribution system which based on MapGIS K9 by using this model and taking full advantage of interfacecode separating thinking and high efficiency characteristic of .net, so high-speed distribution of multi-source spatial data realized.

GeoCREV: veterinary geographical information system and the development of a practical sub-national spatial data infrastructure

This paper illustrates and discusses the key issues of the geographical information system (GIS) developed by the Unit of Veterinary Epidemiology of the Veneto region (CREV), defined according to user needs, spatial data (availability, accessibility and applicability), development, technical aspects, inter-institutional relationships, constraints and policies. GeoCREV, the support system for decision-making, was designed to integrate geographic information and veterinary laboratory data with the main aim to develop a sub-national, spatial data infrastructure (SDI) for the veterinary services of the Veneto region in north-eastern Italy. Its implementation required (i) collection of data and information; (ii) building a geodatabase; and (iii) development of a WebGIS application. Tools for the management, collection, validation and dissemination of the results (public access and limited access) were developed. The modular concept facilitates the updating and development of the system according to user needs and data availability. The GIS management practices that were followed to develop the system are outlined, followed by a detailed discussion of the key elements of the GIS implementation process (data model, technical aspects, inter-institutional relationship, user dimension and institutional framework). Problems encountered in organising the non-spatial data and the future work directions are also described.

Hybrid Combination of GIS,GPS,WSN and GPRS Technology in Modern Digital Agriculture Application

In order to improve the information management of the modern digital agriculture, combined several modern digital agriculture technologies, namely wireless sensor network (WSN), global positioning system (GPS), geographic information system (GIS) and general packet radio service (GPRS), and applied them to the information collection and intelligent control process of the modern digital agriculture. Combining the advantage of the local multi-channel information collection and the low-power wireless transmission of WSN, the stable and low cost long-distance communication and data transmission ability of GPRS, the high-precision positioning technology of the DGPS positioning and the large-scale field information layer-management technology of GIS, such a hybrid technology combination is applied to the large-scale field information and intelligent management. In this study, wireless sensor network routing nodes are disposed in the sub-area of field. These nodes have GPS receiver modules and the electric control mechanism, and are relative positioned by GPS. They can real-time monitor the field information and control the equipment for the field application. When the GPS position information and other collected field information are measured, the information can be remotely transmitted to PC by GPRS. Then PC can upload the information to the GIS management software. All the field information can be classified into different layers in GIS and shown on the GIS map based on their GPS position. Moreover, we have developed remote control software based on GIS. It can send the control commands through GPRS to the nodes which have control modules; and then we can real-time manage and control the field application. In conclusion, the unattended automatic wireless intelligent technology for the field information collection and control can effectively utilize hardware resources, improve the field information intelligent management and reduce the information and intelligent cost.

Realization of Local Capacity Building for Managing Instructional-System-Design-Based GIS -A Case Study of Wajima City at 2007 Noto Hanto Earthquake-

Geographic information system (GIS) use in disaster response in Japan has tended to be poor due to a lack of skills among local responders. The educational model based on instructional system design (ISD) and cognitive apprenticeship theory we proposed enabled local responders to build on GIS management capacity. Our research example is taken from the case of Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, hit by the 2007 Noto Hanto Earthquake, magnitude 6.9 on the Richter scale, on March 25, 2007, in which local responders managed GIS quickly after the quake to developmany useful maps representing recovery progress.

Development of a GIS-based Spill Management Information System

Spill Management Information System (SMIS) is a geographic information system (GIS)-based decision support system designed to effectively manage the risks associated with accidental or intentional releases of a hazardous material into an inland waterway. SMIS provides critical planning and impact information to emergency responders in anticipation of, or following such an incident. SMIS couples GIS and database management systems (DBMS) with the 2-D surface water model CE-QUAL-W2 Version 3.1 and the air contaminant model Computer-Aided Management of Emergency Operations (CAMEO) while retaining full GIS risk analysis and interpretive capabilities. Live ‘real-time’ data links are established within the spill management software to utilize current meteorological information and flowrates within the waterway. Capabilities include rapid modification of modeling conditions to allow for immediate scenario analysis and evaluation of ‘what-if’ scenarios. The functionality of the model is illustrated through a case study of the Cheatham Reach of the Cumberland River near Nashville, TN.

Linking GIS and water resources management models: an object-oriented method

Many challenges are associated with the integration of geographic information systems (GISs) with models in specific applications. One of them is adapting models to the environment of GISs. Unique aspects of water resource management problems require a special approach to development of GIS data structures. Expanded development of GIS applications for handling water resources management analysis can be assisted by use of an object oriented approach. In this paper, we model a river basin water allocation problem as a collection of spatial and thematic objects. A conceptual GIS data model is formulated to integrate the physical and logical components of the modeling problem into an operational framework, based on which, extended GIS functions are developed to implement a tight linkage between the GIS and the water resources management model. Through the object-oriented approach, data, models and users interfaces are integrated in the GIS environment, creating great flexibility for modeling and analysis. The concept and methodology described in this paper is also applicable to connecting GIS with models in other fields that have a spatial dimension and hence to which GIS can provide a powerful additional component of the modeler’s tool kit.

The use of GIS and relational database management systems to improve the scheduling operations of paratransit

The scheduling operations of many paratransit agencies in the United States are undertaken manually. Those customers who are eligible to travel call in their requests the day before the trip is needed. As the trip requests are received, they are entered into a list of unscheduled trips. In order to schedule these trips, the scheduler must first determine the number of drivers and shuttle buses that are available as well as the time of availability of each. The scheduler must then try to match the rides that are in “similar” areas around the “same” time to place together on the driver's schedule. As new trip requests are made, the schedulers must adjust the trips that are already scheduled to try and schedule as many trips as possible in the most efficient way. By developing a system that would improve the scheduling system operations of, in this case, DART (Delaware Administration for Regional Transit) First State Paratransit, customers can expect to receive better service that will improve their ability to travel throughout the community. Some devices that could also improve the operations of paratransit agencies are described in this paper, such as satellite‐based Global Positioning System (GPS), radio communication systems, mobile computers, radio frequency‐based data communication systems, internet web pages, automated paratransit information systems, and card‐based data storage and transfer media. However, because paratransit systems are difficult to operate cost‐efficiently, the optimum and most cost‐efficient device must be selected. The system chosen for DART First State Paratransit includes the use of a relational database management system (RDMS) and a transportation Geographic Information System (GIS). RDMS keeps track of the database information as well as the scheduled trips and the GIS is ideal for analyzing both geographic and temporal data. This system is shown to be superior to the manual system.

Human Factors in Adoption of Geographic Information Systems: A Local Government Case Study

How do perceptions, experience, attitudes, and communication behavior of local government employees affect the adoption of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology as an organizational innovation? Nedovic-Budic and Godschalk examine the largely unexplored of GIS diffusion inside local governments in terms of the impact of human factors, internal organizational context, external organizational environment, and GIS management activities. Using a multiple-case study off our agencies within a North Carolina county government, the authors find that GIS diffusion is a very complex process. They conclude that perceived relative advantage, previous computer experience, exposure to the technology, and networking are the most significant determinants of employee willingness to use new GIS technology, while organizational and GIS management factors strongly influence GIS diffusion. The research findings have important implications for devising strategies for effective incorporation of GIS and other information system technologies in public organizations. Computerized geographic information systems (GIS) are increasingly used by public and private organizations as tools for storage, selective retrieval, and manipulation of spatial and nonspatial data. Local governments find GIS technology attractive for three major reasons: (1) spatially referenced data represent a large proportion (estimated at over 70 percent) of data processing in local government agencies (Somers, 1987), (2) information is considered a fundamental resource of government (Howard, 1985; Repo, 1989), and (3) pressure for improving government performance (Osborne and Gaebler, 1992; Gore, 1993) has prompted governments to look for more efficient ways of doing their work. Availability of more affordable computer technology in the late 1980s coincided with the increased interest of local governments in GIS technology and its intensified diffusion. Difficulties in capturing the exact GIS adoption rate sometimes result in inconsistent approximations, ranging from 2 to 3 percent to over 30 percent.(1) In this article, we focus on the factors that influence GIS diffusion in local government agencies. We look at employee perception, experience, attitudes, and communication behavior as they affect the success of GIS implementation. Organizational and management factors are studied as important contextual elements in the diffusion process. GIS Incorporation as Innovation Diffusion Viewing the spread of GIS technology into local governments as a process of technological innovation, diffusion provides a systematic basis for analyzing adoption. Both scholars and local government decision makers need objective information on constraints and opportunities affecting GIS adoption. Diffusion of GIS technology can be observed at both macro and micro levels (Budic and Godschalk, 1994; Onsrud et al., 1993). Macro-level diffusion concerns local government decisions to acquire the technology (Juhl, 1989; Somers, 1991; Wiggins and French, 1991; Budic, 1993a). Micro-level diffusion happens within local governments when their agencies, organizational units, subunits, or individuals decide to implement the technology acquired by the parent government (Leonard-Barton, 1987). Corresponding to the two diffusion levels are the initiation and implementation phases of GIS diffusion (Zaltman, Duncan, and Holbeck, 1973; Rogers, 1983; Onsrud and Pinto, 1993). During the initiation phase, organizations become aware of an innovation (i.e., GIS technology), evaluate it, and decide about acquisition. Implementation encompasses installing the technology, developing a database, and using and maintaining the system. Acquisition of GIS technology is defined as the successful outcome of GIS initiation, while adoption of GIS technology is defined as the successful outcome of GIS implementation. Both GIS initiation and GIS implementation efforts may result in rejection of the technology. …