Abstract :
A critical challenge for collaborative net-centric operations is the efficient organization, segmentation and presentation of information and data. Since each group of end users may have different job-related needs, it is important to provide and divide information into operational contexts (OC) within a user-defined operational picture (UDOP). Using a web-based approach, the GeoViz OC/UDOP capability is implemented through the use of user permissions, team sharing, and project promotion/publication facilities. Graphically, the implementation follows a tabbed, multi-sheet Excel metaphor with each OC/UDOP available by selecting a different tab in the Web-browser interface. Each selection of an OC (tab) provides a custom set of collaborated 2D/3D maps, vectors, annotations, data filters, URL links, video connections, voice and text messaging. Additionally, the GeoViz web interface offers several unique integration paths into a Service Orientated Architecture for enhanced content delivery. The demonstration will highlight these features and present specific examples from the user community.
Keywords :
Internet; online front-ends; software architecture; user interfaces; Web-browser interface; WebCentric geospatial collaboration; job-related needs; multi-sheet Excel metaphor; operational contexts; project promotion; service orientated architecture; team sharing; user permissions; user-defined operational picture; Biographies; Engineering management; Filters; International collaboration; Permission; Photonics; Research and development; Research and development management; Service oriented architecture; Uniform resource locators;
