CASE STUDY
SECTOR
National Mapping, Public Safety and Security
Source: Geospatial World
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Source: Geospatial World
The Metropolitan Police, serving over eight million residents across London, aims to leverage digital technology and data to enhance the safety and security of the city. To achieve this, Ordnance Survey’s high-precision location data is utilized across multiple areas of policing. From crime analysis to planning major events and conducting investigations, accurate geospatial data supports decision-making, , and allows for the strategic placement of personnel and assets. Officers can access detailed maps, pinpoint entry points to parks and overlay crime data to visualize hotspots and patterns. This integration provides comprehensive situational awareness and improves operational efficiency in a city characterized by its size and diversity.
The Metropolitan Police
Ordnance Survey Limited
Geospatial Media and Communications Pvt. Ltd.