Northgate Managed Services

DARD required an upgrade of the underlying database of the GASGIS system from Oracle Enterprise Version 9i to Oracle 11g R2.

Capita managed GASGIS Oracle database upgrade project, working closely with DARD to ensure that the project was delivered within defined timescales and to meet client requirements

Challenge

Around 1,900 land eligibility inspections are carried out each year, following a review of administrative and technical procedures a number of improvements were identified to provide more accurate measurements, reduce the time spent on inspections and to improve the measuring techniques.

Solution

A mobile mapping solution using GIS software and incorporated GPS and laptop devices for use in the field was implemented, the solution provides the ability for inspectors to remotely link to DARD's central database to update information and make changes immediately.

Results

The quality and efficiency of inspections has increased with more productive inspectors and detailed inspections with similar resources. The data gathered is more accurate and consistent and the business intelligence gathered has improved.

Key Points

Challenge

With the increased movement of staff working from offices of other agencies a solution was required which would provide secure flexible working with access to all internal applications.  A solution was also required to prevent the accidental downloading of documents onto desktops outside of the control of Scottish Natural Heritage.

Solution

A Virtual Desktop Infrastructure solution was deployed for staff at remote sites which could not connect to the Wide Area Network.  A backup solution was also implemented for the virtual server.

Result

Staff now have flexible access to their desktop and applications from any location.  Mobile staff are now much more productive with the support of reliable ICT.  Security has been increased with the prevention of document downloads.

Challenge

Provision of an IT infrastructure which would allow for the refurbishment of all DVA test centres with new computer controlled equipment and a booking service for tests which would improve service to customers and offer a more flexible, comprehensive service.

Solution

Capita Managed IT Solutions implemented a new computerised booking system which integrates with the testing system in order to provide a seamless transition from booking stage to testing.  Capita also delivers a call centre service, providing a dedicated central booking facility and more recently an online booking service.  There are also a number of service management tools deployed to monitor the systems performance.

Result

Significant performance improvements have been recognised through the deployment of service management tools including reduction in IT resources by 30%, reduced monthly report workload and service penalties reduced.

Challenge

As the organisation moves premises, the challenge was to migrate all infrastructure seamlessly and to create a new customer focussed IT service provision. Ensuring it represents excellent value for money, operates at a high service level, adheres to best practice and is aligned with the organisations objectives.  

Solution

A full technical refresh and migration of all infrastructure elements.  The  implementation of a managed service with remote and onsite support all IT based systems and a strategic partnership which ensures the service is meeting the needs to the organisation.

Result

The delivery of a more effercient and flexible system, improved customer service, reduced cost and improved business continuity and security.

Challenge

To improve the user experience of the Law Society's remote workers, to ensure reliable access to applications and data and enable the organisation to increase the number of remote workers within the team.

Solution

The provision of a flexible remote working solution via Citrix, in which users can connect to all their applications and systems securely via an easy to use web interface.

Results

Reliability of the remote working solution increased which improved user experience, system performance and continuity which has overall resulted in better staff productivity and satisfaction levels.