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NV5 Geospatial Blog

Each month, NV5 Geospatial posts new blog content across a variety of categories. Browse our latest posts below to learn about important geospatial information or use the search bar to find a specific topic or author. Stay informed of the latest blog posts, events, and technologies by joining our email list!



From Image to Insight: How GEOINT Automation Is Changing the Speed of Decision-Making

From Image to Insight: How GEOINT Automation Is Changing the Speed of Decision-Making

4/28/2025

When every second counts, the ability to process geospatial data rapidly and accurately isn’t just helpful, it’s critical. Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) has always played a pivotal role in defense, security, and disaster response. But in high-tempo operations, traditional workflows are no longer fast enough. Analysts are... Read More >

Thermal Infrared Echoes: Illuminating the Last Gasp of a Dying Star

Thermal Infrared Echoes: Illuminating the Last Gasp of a Dying Star

4/24/2025

This blog was written by Eli Dwek, Emeritus, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD and Research Fellow, Center for Astrophysics, Harvard & Smithsonian, Cambridge, MA. It is the fifth blog in a series showcasing our IDL® Fellows program which supports passionate retired IDL users who may need support to continue their work... Read More >

A New Era of Hyperspectral Imaging with ENVI® and Wyvern’s Open Data Program

A New Era of Hyperspectral Imaging with ENVI® and Wyvern’s Open Data Program

2/25/2025

This blog was written in collaboration with Adam O’Connor from Wyvern.   As hyperspectral imaging (HSI) continues to grow in importance, access to high-quality satellite data is key to unlocking new insights in environmental monitoring, agriculture, forestry, mining, security, energy infrastructure management, and more.... Read More >

Ensure Mission Success With the Deployable Tactical Analytics Kit (DTAK)

Ensure Mission Success With the Deployable Tactical Analytics Kit (DTAK)

2/11/2025

In today’s fast-evolving world, operational success hinges on real-time geospatial intelligence and data-driven decisions. Whether it’s responding to natural disasters, securing borders, or executing military operations, having the right tools to integrate and analyze data can mean the difference between success and failure.... Read More >

How the COVID-19 Lockdown Improved Air Quality in Ecuador: A Deep Dive Using Satellite Data and ENVI® Software

How the COVID-19 Lockdown Improved Air Quality in Ecuador: A Deep Dive Using Satellite Data and ENVI® Software

1/21/2025

The COVID-19 pandemic drastically altered daily life, leading to unexpected environmental changes, particularly in air quality. Ecuador, like many other countries, experienced significant shifts in pollutant concentrations due to lockdown measures. In collaboration with Geospace Solutions and Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas ESPE,... Read More >

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Ensure Mission Success With the Deployable Tactical Analytics Kit (DTAK)

James Lewis

In today’s fast-evolving world, operational success hinges on real-time geospatial intelligence and data-driven decisions. Whether it’s responding to natural disasters, securing borders, or executing military operations, having the right tools to integrate and analyze data can mean the difference between success and failure. Enter the Deployable Tactical Analytics Kit (DTAK) – a game-changing solution designed to empower teams with unparalleled situational awareness and actionable intelligence.

 

What Is DTAK?

DTAK is a scalable, modular system that seamlessly integrates the Android Tactical Assault Kit (ATAK), advanced geospatial and video analytics, AI-driven insights, and live data streams. Built to adapt to small-scale missions or large, multi-agency operations, DTAK offers a comprehensive suite of features tailored to meet the challenges of dynamic environments.

Deployable Tactical Analytics Kit (DTAK) for real-time geospatial intelligence

Key Features of DTAK:

  • Live Data Integration: Combines geospatial and video data from drone, satellite, airborne, and ground-based sensors, with flood maps, troop movements, and more into a unified operational view.

  • Advanced AI Capabilities: AI-powered analytics for real-time anomaly detection, predictive modeling, resource allocation, and other applications.

  • Scalability & Flexibility: A modular design accommodates missions of any size, from single-team deployments to multi-agency coordination.

 

DTAK in Action – Real-World Applications:

 

Military Operations
DTAK can be used on the battlefield to provide real-time intelligence by integrating live drone footage and AI analysis for enhanced situational awareness.

Disaster Response
DTAK can be deployed to prioritize emergency response efforts during disasters. For example, during a hurricane it can combine flood maps with live drone footage, so first responders can quickly identify the hardest hit areas and deliver aid faster and more efficiently.

Border Security
Border protection teams can leverage DTAK to detect potential threats with AI flagged movement patterns along the border that enable authorities to rapidly deploy personnel and prevent illegal crossings.

 

Benefits of DTAK:

  • Real-Time Decision Making: Empower teams with live video feeds and AI insights for immediate, informed actions.

  • Resource Optimization: Focus personnel and equipment where they’re needed most.

  • Enhanced Situational Awareness: Combine multiple data streams for a unified, comprehensive operational view.

  • Improved Outcomes: From safeguarding lives during disasters to securing national borders, DTAK drives measurable success across diverse missions.

Unlock the Power of DTAK

DTAK represents a new era in operational intelligence, offering the tools and insights decision-makers need to stay agile in the face of evolving challenges.

Want to learn more? This white paper dives deep into DTAK’s capabilities and the transformative potential it can bring to your mission-critical operations. Or, for a customized demo or additional information, simply contact us.

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