Environmental Science / GIS
Tree Trace: Advanced Geo-Data Collection for Environmental Studies
Services Provided
Empowering Field Researchers with Precision and Real-time Data
Built for industry leaders Hindalco and JB Water Group, Tree Trace is a cutting-edge, secure cloud application designed for advanced data collection and geographic study of plants and trees. We developed a robust platform featuring an intuitive, interactive map and a centralized dashboard, enabling field researchers to efficiently manage, view, and analyze complex environmental data.
Stack
Next.js
Timescale
10 Weeks
Objectives
The core objective was to develop a mobile-first web application that allowed field researchers to accurately and securely collect and sync complex geospatial and environmental data in real-time, replacing manual and often error-prone processes.
Secure User Authentication
Implement a robust, role-based login system with differentiated user permissions to ensure safe and controlled access to data and functionalities.
Intuitive Tree Management
Create an intuitive dashboard and forms for adding, viewing, editing, and deleting tree records, including an interactive map for location tagging.
Advanced Search & Filtering
Develop a powerful search feature that allows efficient navigation and precise data retrieval by common name, scientific name, location, and key attributes.
Challenges
The primary challenge was to handle complex, structured data efficiently while designing a simple, reliable, and user-friendly interface that could be used in challenging outdoor field conditions.
Complex Data Structuring
Integrating additional attributes like carbon absorption, landmark, and biological conditions into the database and application for advanced search and analysis.
Intuitive Field-Use UI
Designing an interface that is not only visually appealing but also fast and easy to use on a mobile device for data entry in a field environment.
Robust Authentication & Permissions
Implementing a comprehensive Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) system to manage user accounts and assign different permissions for data management.
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Key Results
Tree Trace revolutionized the clients' field research capabilities, leading to higher data accuracy and unprecedented operational visibility.
Enhanced User Workflow
The streamlined UI and advanced search capabilities drastically improved the efficiency and productivity of field researchers.
Real-time Project Tracking
Management could now monitor the progress of field teams and visualize collected data on a live map.
Foundation for Future Growth
The application was built with future upgrades in mind, such as API integrations for bulk data imports, carbon tracking, and advanced AI features for tree identification and data generation.
Conclusion
The Tree Trace application is a prime example of our ability to build high-impact custom solutions that solve critical business challenges. By focusing on a secure, user-friendly, and scalable platform, we delivered a powerful tool that not only met the clients' needs but also provides a solid foundation for their future digital initiatives.