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04 March 2010 [11:47] - Today.Az
The State Oil Company of Azerbaijan Republic (SOCAR) considers the proposal of the Integris Company on the introduction of geographic information systems (GIS) in the oil and gas companies, the company said.

Integris Company is engaged in design, equipment supply, pre-commissioning, development application software, training, technical and service support.

The company is specialized in creation and implementation of software and hardware systems for processing and display of information flow on modern means of visualization.

The main purpose of the GIS application in SOCAR is the application of distance learning information of natural and human resources.

Presently, the department of environmental monitoring and environmental management of the SOCAR studies possibility of introducing digital photogrammetry to create the orthophotography and cartography in the SOCAR enterprises.

A significant extension and territorial distribution of responsible facilities (pipelines, pumping stations, oil depots and other) is characteristic for oil and gas enterprises.

Application of GIS systems allows to effectively ensure collection, storage, processing spatial information, integration and use of spatial data to support decision-making.


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