Oracle XE and GIS: An Interview with Dennis Wuthrich of Farallon
Apr 26, 2007
Directions Magazine features a Q&A with Dennis Wuthrich about the Oracle XE platform and how Farallon uses it to build client solutions.
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Farallon Press, News, & Event Summaries 
Most recent press releases and news about Farallon
Upcoming Industry Events Attended by Farallon
Adobe Geospatial eSeminar
July 22, 2009
Forecasting and the Value of Spatially-enabled Databases - Episode 10
Apr 18, 2007
Spatially-enabled databases can be used to streamline decision support for resource management. An example is presented which automates data interchange between a cost modeling application, GIS database, and pavement scenario manager.
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GIS 2.0: Squeezing New Value from Old GIS - Episode 9
Apr 18, 2007
Decentralized databases, open source components and non-traditional visualization tools can enhance the value of an existing GIS.
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Fast, Easy and Convenient - The value proposition for Enterprise GIS mashups - Episode 8
Apr 18, 2007
Google Maps, Google Earth, Microsoft Virtual Earth and other emerging technologies can be integrated with traditional GIS tools to deliver useful and targeted "enterprise mashups".
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CalGIS 2007 daily review notes & commentary
Apr 09, 2007
This blog summarizes and comments on the salient presentation at the CalGIS Conference in April 2007 including 3 talks by Farallon staff.
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Farallon Geographics presents at CalGIS Conference in Oakland, April 4 - 6, 2007
Mar 29, 2007
Key staff from Farallon, joined numerous GIS luminaries to present innovative GIS solutions and approaches at the CalGIS 2007 conference April 4 - 6.
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Oracle’s free database powers geospatial apps maker
Mar 28, 2007
Farallon Geographics is effectively integrating geospatial data with line-of-business IT systems using Oracle Database XE, a free spatially-aware database that can store map features such as lines, polygons, grids and aerial photographs as well as process spatial data.
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Independent Software Vendors Embrace Oracle Database 10g Express Edition
Mar 26, 2007
Farallon Geographics, a member of the Oracle PartnerNetwork, is taking advantage of Oracle Database XE to power applications and deliver solutions to their customers.
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Farallon Geographics Builds Web Based GIS Redevelopment Project Tracking Portal for Boston Redevelopment Authority
Mar 21, 2007
Farallon implemented a pioneering enterprise web mashup that integrated the City's permitting system with an enterprise databases using GIS, enabling fast and simple access to 2D & 3D maps, City GIS data, and project specific redevelopment information.
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The Relevance of Emerging Geospatial Technologies for IT - Episode 7
Dec 04, 2006
This recent presentation discusses how organizations can deploy GIS solutions that leverage spatially aware relational database management systems like Oracle Express, free SOA-based mapping API's like Google Maps and Google Earth, and open source software like Autodesk Mapguide to manage data, integrate systems, and deliver compelling geospatial applications for a fraction of the cost of traditional GIS.
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Public mapping technology and private data: can we have the best of both worlds? - Episode 6
Nov 27, 2006
Public Mapping APIs offer speed, lower development costs, and simplicity. Farallon discusses how to seamlessly transition from the regional map titling scheme in public map APIs to local and detailed map tiling using enterprise GIS software and in-house GIS data.
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Contra Costa County Selects Farallon Geographics to Develop an Economic Development Website using Publicly Available Web Mapping Software
Nov 15, 2006
Farallon selected by Contra Costa County to create an easy-to-use website to help real estate professionals and business owners find commercial properties available for development or new business locations.
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PTAP selects Farallon Geographics as GIS / Pavement Management Vendor
Sep 28, 2006
Farallon has been selected as a P-TAP 8 consultant and vendor for their work on dynamic integration of GIS technology with MTC "StreetSaver" pavement management system and awarded a contract with the City of Napa.
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Farallon Geographics Builds GIS mashup to Identify and Manage Critical Data for Bay Area Geological Hazard Abatement Districts
Aug 30, 2006
San Francisco Bay Area Geological Hazard Abatement Districts (GHADs) manage risk related to property damage from potential landslides. Farallon was asked to analyze 15 years of quarterly data and provide a web-based solution to identify potential at-risk properties and help proactively manage landslide risks. The resulting GIS mashup provides an intuitive and powerful decision support system with low cost, high speed, and easy scalability.
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Why use a mashup when you already have a GIS - Episode 5
Aug 28, 2006
Everyone seems to be taking an interest in Mashups. Although the uses are diverse, the common thread is that they use location and maps as a theme, and they provide a simple visual interface for decision support. From a GIS perspective, when would it be desirable to use a mashup? We give an example of landslide hazard analysis in the Bay Area.
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