Geoloc systems Manager

DSI Conseil & Services, a digital services company, assembled a full team of designers, developers, and a project manager to create this platform. This case study explores the challenges faced, the solutions provided, and the results achieved through this collaboration.

1. Project Context

• Client: Geoloc Systems, specialized in designing and developing geolocation solutions for vehicles and people, offers mobile-based real-time management services.
• Project Goal: To create a Back-Office platform that centralizes real-time geolocation data management, allowing administrators to track vehicles and people, manage geolocation-based alerts, and generate reports to optimize operational efficiency.
• Target Audience: The Back-Office is designed for administrators and managers of companies using Geoloc Systems solutions for managing their mobile teams and vehicle fleets.

2. Challenges and Issues Faced

• Real-Time Data Management: The Back-Office needed to collect and display real-time geolocation data while ensuring constant updates and seamless synchronization.
• Geolocation-Based Alerts: The project required the implementation of an alert system based on geographic criteria (geofencing) to notify administrators when vehicles or people cross predefined zones.
• Detailed Report Generation: Administrators needed to generate comprehensive and customized reports on movements, alerts, and resource usage to support quick, informed decision-making.
• User-Friendly Interface: The interface needed to be both intuitive and functional, allowing users to easily navigate between features and manage operations efficiently.

3. Solution Provided by DSI Conseil & Services

Dedicated Team:

• Project Manager: Coordinated between Geoloc Systems and the technical team at DSI Conseil & Services, ensuring deadlines were met and project goals achieved.
• Front-End and Back-End Developers: Developed a responsive interface and a robust architecture to manage real-time data, geolocation-based alerts, and detailed report generation.
• UI/UX Designers: Designed an ergonomic user interface tailored to the needs of administrators, facilitating access to advanced management and tracking features.

Technologies Used:

• Backend: ASP.NET, chosen for its robustness and ability to handle real-time data streams, ensuring constant availability of information.
• Database: SQL Server, used to store and manage geolocation data and historical positions, allowing for quick report generation.
• Frontend: Angular, used to provide a smooth, responsive user interface optimized for real-time data management.
• REST API: Deployed to collect and manage real-time data between the Back-Office and connected geolocation devices.
• Security: Advanced security protocols, including data encryption and enhanced authentication, were implemented to ensure the confidentiality of sensitive information.

4. Project Management Methodology

Agile Approach: The project followed Agile methodology, allowing continuous collaboration with Geoloc Systems and quick adjustments based on operational needs. Development sprints progressively introduced essential features.

Management Tools:

• Jira for task tracking and version management.
• Confluence for documenting technical specifications and processes.
• Git for version control and development team collaboration.

Collaboration with Geoloc Systems: Weekly meetings ensured feature validation, priority adjustments, and alignment with end-user expectations.

5. Results Achieved

• Optimized Real-Time Tracking: The Back-Office now allows Geoloc Systems and their clients to track vehicles and people in real-time, offering proactive operations management.
• Geolocation-Based Alerts Management: Administrators can set up alerts based on specific geographic zones, receiving instant notifications when vehicles or people cross these areas.
• Detailed and Customizable Reports: Users can generate customized reports to obtain precise information on movements, alerts, and vehicle usage, facilitating strategic decision-making.
• Client Satisfaction: Geoloc Systems expressed their satisfaction with the platform's performance, highlighting the real-time efficiency and user-friendly interface.

6. Conclusion

The Geoloc Systems Back-Office Development project allowed DSI Conseil & Services to showcase its expertise in developing real-time management solutions. The collaboration with Geoloc Systems resulted in a comprehensive, intuitive platform that centralizes geolocation data management, alerts, and reporting. This partnership continues with regular updates and new features to meet the future needs of Geoloc Systems' clients.