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Remote Sensing and GIS A Powerful Combination

Remote Sensing and GIS: A Powerful Combination

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Remote sensing is an aerial photography technique that can provide precise images of the earth’s surface. It is increasingly being used in GIS, and improves

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4 Reasons Why You Should Focus On Your Website Traffic

4 Reasons Why You Should Focus On Your Website Traffic

June 11, 2021 SBL Digital Marketing

In this article, you will learn all the reasons why website traffic is important for businesses. Often, the internet is described as a place where

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How to Retain Your Best Employees 1

How to Retain Your Best Employees: The Practical Steps

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When you retain core talent, you are able to develop a team that is committed to your company’s success. In this article, we will discuss

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Comparison of Angular and React js for Web Development

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Angular or React? Which one should you use? In this article, we will discuss the differences between Angular and React and help you decide which

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What Is LinkedIn and How Does LinkedIn Work for Businesses?

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LinkedIn is a great platform to network with other people and find jobs, opportunities, etc. Knowing how LinkedIn works for business is crucial to making full

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The GIS and BIM Integration Why It Matters

The GIS and BIM Integration: Why It Matters

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The integration of GIS and BIM is a process that can revolutionize the construction industry. Read on to understand more about the benefits of this

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On Premise Vs Work From Home Call Center Agents

On-Premise Vs Work From Home Call Center Agents: A Compre...

June 9, 2021 SBL New Business

Which is better: on-premise or work from home call center agents? The decision is not as clear-cut as you might think. There are pros and

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Smarter eGovernment With Internet of Things

Smarter eGovernment With Internet of Things

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A wide variety of industry uses the Internet of Things (IoT). But what does IoT mean to government? We are increasingly seeing the impact of

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Applications of GIS in the Defence sector

Applications of GIS in the Defence sector

June 4, 2021 SBL Geospatial services

The application of Geographic Information System (GIS) is becoming more and more prevalent in the defence sector. In recent years, the use of GIS in

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The application of Geographic Information System (GIS) is becoming more and more prevalent in the defence sector.

In recent years, the use of GIS in defence has grown and has the potential to provide numerous benefits in a range of areas. It can be a powerful tool for the military and can be used for coordinating military operations, surveillance, intelligence, and for homeland defense.

GIS allows for the visualization of data that is otherwise difficult to see. This can be both in the form of imagery, or in the form of maps. Since the accuracy of information is key to quick and effective decisions in military operations, GIS is evolving as an indispensable tool.

This blog discusses the key applications of GIS in the defence sector.

How GIS can increase the efficiency of military operations?

The defense sector utilizes GIS in many ways, including mapping and charting all military plans and operations. It allows the military to make more informed decisions. For a better understanding let us examine the areas of military operations that are supported by GIS.

Defense estate management – GIS can play a crucial role in defense estate management. The defense estates require a significant amount of effort for effective management. Among the advantages of GIS in the management of military bases is that it facilitates the maintenance and management of all stores on a base. Land and facilities managers can use GIS to reduce costs of maintaining military bases, improve mission effectiveness, analyze alternatives more quickly, and improve communication.
Terrain evaluation – Another application of GIS is in terrain evaluation. The military requires a detailed land map with information on the terrain model, proximity of habitat, and land use information. GIS can help to analyze terrain features and identify elevations, vegetation cover, communication lines, and road networks. It also supports to predict the most likely ways that an enemy could attack. GIS can be deployed in defense sector to monitor and identify the location of hostile objects, where they are and what their trajectory is. It can be used to create a three-dimensional map of the battlefield and to simulate events, and to visualize potential actions to take. With a combination of GIS and Remote Sensing, military intelligence can see the enemy’s position, movements, and intentions in real-time, and can also be used to track, identify and classify targets. This has helped militaries to plan their operations effectively.
Accurate maps – For planned operations, military personnel need to assess a situation from a geographic picture, map or photograph. GIS is used to generate maps for a wide variety of purposes and helps to identify and analyze targets, plan and execute combat operations, and locate potential threats.
Weather updates – In battle, weather plays an important role. For successful completion of missions on land, in water, or in the air, real time weather information is crucial. GIS can provide real-time weather updates and provide commanders with information regarding wind conditions, cloud coverage, visibility, and other inputs.
Logistics management – In military logistics, GIS plays a vital role because it facilitates the delivery of supplies, troops, and equipment to the right places on time. GIS systems allow forces to determine alternative routes in case mishaps occur on the main route.

Conclusion

The use of GIS is growing in defense sector and is an essential tool that helps to collect, store, and analyze geographic data to provide intelligence information to defense forces. It can play a vital role in decision-making and planning and support air, sea, and land operations of the military.

SBL is a reputed provider of GIS services, enabling customers to better interpret and map spatial data that is vital for their business. Our team comprises skilled GIS professionals with a proven track record of delivering high-quality GIS support to customers. Contact us today to discuss your requirements and receive the best quote.