ERMA (Environmental Response Management Application)
• Data platform that seamlessly aggregates diverse spacial datasets into a web-based mapping application
• Incorporates static layers along with real-time steams of data (e.g., weather, tides, ship tracking) into a fast, user-friendly GIS
• Designed to store, query, and display spacially referenced data sets
ERMA• Application based on Open Source
software that ensures compatibility with other commercial and open source GIS applications
• Provides command post and field responders ready access to responder relevant data
• Helps provide common operational picture
Concept for ERMA Open Source, Web-based mapping tools
Planning & Analysis
Integrate & Analyze InformationOn the fly
Improved Communication & Coordination
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ERMA Schematic View
www.geoplatform.gov/gulfresponse