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inspect t ech Structure Inspection and Management System Presented by: Jeremy Shaffer, Ph.D. Michael Schellhase Slide 2 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! InspectTechs Role We are a company focused on providing quality software solutions for structure inspection and management Provide Inspection Software Provide Management Software System Design/Integration Recommendations on Technology Slide 3 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! InspectTechs Approach Have flexible core system and products Work with customers to tailor for specific needs Establish consistent, high quality, and reliable format for collection and management of data Allow for enhancements (pictures, sketches, interactive manuals) Provide data for critical decisions in an efficient, easy to use manner Integrate with existing business processes Provide training and continual support Slide 4 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! InspectTechs Approach Proven Core System + Fully Customizable = Reliable Solution that meets customers exact needs Slide 5 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Typical Customers Federal: -U.S. Navy/Marine Corps -U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service State: -New Jersey DOT -Indiana DOT -West Virginia DOT -Iowa DOT -Minnesota DOT Toll Road: -New Jersey Turnpike Authority -Delaware River Port Authority Slide 6 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Typical Customers Transit: -Washington Metropolitan Transit Authority (DC Metro) -Utah Transit Authority Large City: -Baltimore, MD -Philadelphia, PA County: -Summit County, OH (Akron) -Montgomery County, MD International: -Republic of Zambia Slide 7 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Wide Variety of Structures Bridges Culverts Over Head Sign Structures Tunnels Retaining Walls Sound Walls Guard Rail High Mast Lighting Many more Slide 8 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Core Software System Slide 9 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Inspection Software BridgeInspect TM Collector High quality inspections done easier, quicker, and more reliably! Slide 10 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Inspection Software All information and reports integrated into one place Single point of entry for coding, narrative, pictures, and other attachments Laptops and Web Based System Multiple Personnel can work on same report in the field (data merged on server) Laptops and Server easily synchronize data and update necessary program files Tab based, interactive form entry for all information Built-in Error Checks and manuals Slide 11 InspectionManagement Start inspection on laptop/tablet Submitted to Web- Server when in office Report continued from any computer Submitted for review Reviewed and approved online Able to run reporting and searching on data Overview Slide 12 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Inspection Software: Major Benefits Electronic collection: Reduces errors and eliminates redundant data entry Picture Organization Integration of Manuals Easy incorporation of attachments Automatically pre-load past data Saves significant time by formatting the report and auto-generating many sections: Table of Contents Cover Page Picture Pages Page Numbering Slide 13 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Familiar Web Based Interface Very Easy to Support Access from Anywhere Usernames drive permissions Allow Consultant and County/City Access Slide 14 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Program Slide 15 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Typical Inspection Form Slide 16 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Entry Form (Maryland) Slide 17 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Link Pictures to Specific Fields Slide 18 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Reference Pictures Slide 19 Pontis Integration Slide 20 Slide 21 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Pictures/Attachments Easy To Add Slide 22 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Software Benefits: Repair Items & Costs Slide 23 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Integrated Calculations Slide 24 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Simple Report Generation Slide 25 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Simple Report Generation Slide 26 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Report Generation Slide 27 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Detailed Plans of Action Slide 28 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Report Review/Approval Reports have full lifecycle and accountability Tabs clearly show status of reports Clearly documented who did the inspection What changes were made Who reviewed and when Ability to set approval chain based on bridge Information not entered into official database until it is approved Auto-flag certain bridges for review Slide 29 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Manager Software System Slide 30 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Management Software GIS Cost Estimates Instant Access Pictures/Sketches Reporting/Searching Prioritization Scheduling All bridge data in a single location with easy to use and powerful modules for past, current, and future info/tasks. Slide 31 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Features of Management System -Full Search Capabilities -Track/Highlight Changes -Accountability of all data entered/changed -Instant Data Access: All digitized documents can be stored and retrieved, such as Pictures Diagrams Memos - Standardized Reports from all inspection/inventory data Maintenance Needs / Priorities Scheduling -Interactive Interfaces -Triggers/Alerts -Consultant assignment -Sufficiency Rating calculators/reporting -Do not lose critical knowledge when people retire Slide 32 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Easy Interface - Web Enabled Customized interface for agencys needs Accessible securely from anywhere, anytime via Internet Slide 33 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Bridge Detail Page Contains links to all current and past information on the bridge Reports, Pictures, Sketches, Maintenance Items Contracts, Load Rating, Letters, etc. Link to Bridge Location Bridge Notes Upcoming inspection dates Functionality integrated from other programs Users can control default view Slide 34 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Bridge Detail Page Slide 35 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Slide 36 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Slide 37 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Slide 38 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Slide 39 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Slide 40 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Trending Module -Much cheaper and safer to fix problems when they are just starting -Softwares trending tools allow county/city to quickly find new problems early on -Able to find changes on NBI and Element Level data Slide 41 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Needs Prioritization Varies based on local entity Multiple programs for bridge population Painting Capital Improvement (Replacement/Rehab) County Maintenance Crews Priority within the program Special Local Factors (i.e. legs. district) Formulas are all fairly basic, easy to understand Slide 42 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! System Reports Upcoming Inspections (by type/district) Overdue Inspections (by type/district) High Priority Deficiencies Reports Awaiting Approval Quarterly Status Summary Status of each district Compliance details of counties Slide 43 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Searching/Query Search across any field within the inspection reports or inventory information Fields automatically linked from inspection forms to search pages Boolean logic can create simple or very complex nested queries Show on screen in table Export to Excel Plot results onto interactive map Very easy to do, no additional programs required. Slide 44 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Slide 45 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Field Selections in Queries Slide 46 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Slide 47 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Slide 48 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Export Results to Map Slide 49 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Slide 50 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Advanced Views -Satellite View -Interactive StreetView Slide 51 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Slide 52 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Query Results Queries can be saved for later use Organized by user and category Can be retrieved and edited Columns can be showed as values or definitions Additional non-queried columns can be easily added Slide 53 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Full Auditing Slide 54 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Audit Details Slide 55 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! System Reports Upcoming Inspections (by type/district) Overdue Inspections (by type/district) High Priority Deficiencies Reports Awaiting Approval Quarterly Status Summary Status of each district Compliance details of counties Slide 56 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Paint Prioritization Example Slide 57 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Prioritized Reports By Component Slide 58 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Easily Generate Graphical Output Slide 59 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Organized Maintenance Needs Slide 60 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Executive Dashboard of Main Metrics Slide 61 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Large/Special Bridges Slide 62 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Paper Report Slide 63 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Tree Structure of Bridge User drilling down to bridge, span, superstructure, main span, verticals, north truss and specific parts Slide 64 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! 3-D Bridge Representations Slide 65 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Interactive Model Slide 66 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Query Results on the 3-D Model Slide 67 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Click on Component and Get Information (Rating, Text, Pictures) Slide 68 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Details 3D Solid Model Represent only the details that user cares about Utilize color for different layers condense to single color for search results Ability to turn on/off layers Information all driven off database and web-interface Ability to show query results directly on the model Interactively click and retrieve information Slide 69 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Summary Slide 70 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Exceptional Results Strong core system that is widely adopted One-stop location for all structure data Very easy to learn for users, little training required Significantly improved sharing of information Greatly simplifies office work in preparing a report Helps prevent some of the most common errors Provided consistent high quality, format for inspection reports Instant access to all information on structures Provides for effective management tools Proven and supported system continues to be developed Slide 71 inspect t ech Increasing Quality, Enhancing Data Access, Improving Safety! Questions