The Spatial Data Infrastructure Concordia team (IDE, under the Undersecretariat of Decentralization of the Municipality, participated in the IDERA (Spatial Data Infrastructure of the Argentine Republic) Conference held in the city of Santiago del Estero on July 3rd, 4th, and 5th.
IDERA is a national initiative that seeks to coordinate and promote the creation, maintenance, and use of a spatial data infrastructure in Argentina that allows for the integration, access, and efficient use of geospatial information generated by various institutions and organizations in the country. The purpose of IDERA is to improve decision-making, planning, and territorial management through the use of accurate and updated geospatial data.
For municipalities, having a spatial data infrastructure (IDE) brings numerous benefits. The ability to collect and analyze geospatial data in real time allows for more informed and effective decision-making. This not only optimizes resources and improves the efficiency of public policies, but also increases the transparency of municipal management.
When data is used to guide political decisions, actions are more precise and effective, which results in a better quality of life for citizens.
OBJECTIVES AND PARTICIPATION
Engineer Sebastián Scevola, Director of IDE Concordia, was invited by IDERA to present as a municipal success story on the importance of municipalities applying public policies based on data collected and geolocated by Spatial Data Infrastructures (IDE).
During his presentation, Engineer Scevola highlighted how the city of Concordia has used this technology to improve decision-making in various areas of public management. One of the most prominent points of the presentation was the detailed description of the work carried out during the last flood that Concordia suffered.
Thanks to satellite imagery and precise geolocation regarding the river's behavior at different levels, the families that had to be evacuated day by day, the type of housing construction, among other data, will allow the Municipality to plan a fundamental solution to the situation to which the residents of Concordia are exposed, or to be able to quickly identify the areas that will be affected in case of future river floods and thus be able to organize the evacuation of residents efficiently, prioritizing those at greatest risk.
“Using georeferenced data will allow us to make concrete, precise, and real decisions. The ability to geolocate and analyze urban infrastructure is crucial for managing emergencies and planning urban development in a sustainable manner,” noted Engineer Scevola during his intervention.
Also participating in the Conference were the Undersecretary of Decentralization, Dr. Cristian Federik, and the entire IDE Concordia team, composed of Eng. Jorge Nelson Massetto, Engineer Gisela Martínez, Mariana Panozzo Zenere, Pedro Laner, Miguel Jacob, and Dr. Matías Olivares, who were present at the various workshops and exhibitions of international organizations such as ECLAC; national organizations such as the National Geographic Institute, INTA, CONAE, SENASA, and different IDEs of Provincial Governments.
These activities allowed the team to acquire new knowledge and techniques to improve spatial data management in Concordia.
FULL MEMBER
During the days of the Conference, the IDERA Ordinary General Assembly was held, where IDE Concordia was re-elected as a full member, representing municipalities on the IDERA Board of Directors.
This recognition highlights the relevance and commitment of Concordia to the development and use of geospatial technologies for better public management.
As a result of the participation in the Conference, the IDE Concordia team learned about the experience of other localities and made contact with different actors that make up IDERA, who expressed great interest in what has been developed in our city and the work carried out, not only because of the amount of data collected but because of how it has been leveraged by the Municipality of Concordia to carry out public policies based on this data and its transversal interaction across different Municipal Secretariats and Undersecretariats.
They also highlighted the data collection during the last flood, which will make it possible to make fundamental decisions regarding a problem that is unfortunately recurrent in this city. This exchange of experiences and knowledge is vital for the continuous development and improvement of spatial data infrastructures.
Having accurate and updated data is fundamental for effective political decision-making. Interaction and collaboration between different municipal secretariats is essential to maximize the use of this data. The integration of geospatial information allows different departments to work in a more coordinated and efficient manner, optimizing resources and improving the response to various situations, from emergencies to urban planning and infrastructure development.
On the other hand, alliances and agreements were made with the IDE of the province of Entre Ríos to collaborate jointly in the development of IDEs in different municipalities of the province. This collaboration promises to strengthen the management and planning capacity of the municipalities, ensuring that decisions are based on accurate and updated data.
CONCLUSION
The participation of the IDE Concordia team in the IDERA Conference not only allowed for the sharing of experiences and knowledge with other municipalities and entities, but also showcased the progress and efficiency of Concordia in the implementation of geospatial technologies. These meetings foster collaboration and the exchange of best practices, contributing to the development of a more robust and efficient spatial data infrastructure throughout the country.
Concordia's commitment to innovation and data-driven management reflects its vision of becoming a more resilient city prepared to face future challenges, making the most of the available technological tools.
IDERA is a national initiative that seeks to coordinate and promote the creation, maintenance, and use of a spatial data infrastructure in Argentina that allows for the integration, access, and efficient use of geospatial information generated by various institutions and organizations in the country. The purpose of IDERA is to improve decision-making, planning, and territorial management through the use of accurate and updated geospatial data.
For municipalities, having a spatial data infrastructure (IDE) brings numerous benefits. The ability to collect and analyze geospatial data in real time allows for more informed and effective decision-making. This not only optimizes resources and improves the efficiency of public policies, but also increases the transparency of municipal management.
When data is used to guide political decisions, actions are more precise and effective, which results in a better quality of life for citizens.
OBJECTIVES AND PARTICIPATION
Engineer Sebastián Scevola, Director of IDE Concordia, was invited by IDERA to present as a municipal success story on the importance of municipalities applying public policies based on data collected and geolocated by Spatial Data Infrastructures (IDE).
During his presentation, Engineer Scevola highlighted how the city of Concordia has used this technology to improve decision-making in various areas of public management. One of the most prominent points of the presentation was the detailed description of the work carried out during the last flood that Concordia suffered.
Thanks to satellite imagery and precise geolocation regarding the river's behavior at different levels, the families that had to be evacuated day by day, the type of housing construction, among other data, will allow the Municipality to plan a fundamental solution to the situation to which the residents of Concordia are exposed, or to be able to quickly identify the areas that will be affected in case of future river floods and thus be able to organize the evacuation of residents efficiently, prioritizing those at greatest risk.
“Using georeferenced data will allow us to make concrete, precise, and real decisions. The ability to geolocate and analyze urban infrastructure is crucial for managing emergencies and planning urban development in a sustainable manner,” noted Engineer Scevola during his intervention.
Also participating in the Conference were the Undersecretary of Decentralization, Dr. Cristian Federik, and the entire IDE Concordia team, composed of Eng. Jorge Nelson Massetto, Engineer Gisela Martínez, Mariana Panozzo Zenere, Pedro Laner, Miguel Jacob, and Dr. Matías Olivares, who were present at the various workshops and exhibitions of international organizations such as ECLAC; national organizations such as the National Geographic Institute, INTA, CONAE, SENASA, and different IDEs of Provincial Governments.
These activities allowed the team to acquire new knowledge and techniques to improve spatial data management in Concordia.
FULL MEMBER
During the days of the Conference, the IDERA Ordinary General Assembly was held, where IDE Concordia was re-elected as a full member, representing municipalities on the IDERA Board of Directors.
This recognition highlights the relevance and commitment of Concordia to the development and use of geospatial technologies for better public management.
As a result of the participation in the Conference, the IDE Concordia team learned about the experience of other localities and made contact with different actors that make up IDERA, who expressed great interest in what has been developed in our city and the work carried out, not only because of the amount of data collected but because of how it has been leveraged by the Municipality of Concordia to carry out public policies based on this data and its transversal interaction across different Municipal Secretariats and Undersecretariats.
They also highlighted the data collection during the last flood, which will make it possible to make fundamental decisions regarding a problem that is unfortunately recurrent in this city. This exchange of experiences and knowledge is vital for the continuous development and improvement of spatial data infrastructures.
Having accurate and updated data is fundamental for effective political decision-making. Interaction and collaboration between different municipal secretariats is essential to maximize the use of this data. The integration of geospatial information allows different departments to work in a more coordinated and efficient manner, optimizing resources and improving the response to various situations, from emergencies to urban planning and infrastructure development.
On the other hand, alliances and agreements were made with the IDE of the province of Entre Ríos to collaborate jointly in the development of IDEs in different municipalities of the province. This collaboration promises to strengthen the management and planning capacity of the municipalities, ensuring that decisions are based on accurate and updated data.
CONCLUSION
The participation of the IDE Concordia team in the IDERA Conference not only allowed for the sharing of experiences and knowledge with other municipalities and entities, but also showcased the progress and efficiency of Concordia in the implementation of geospatial technologies. These meetings foster collaboration and the exchange of best practices, contributing to the development of a more robust and efficient spatial data infrastructure throughout the country.
Concordia's commitment to innovation and data-driven management reflects its vision of becoming a more resilient city prepared to face future challenges, making the most of the available technological tools.