Interagency Commission on School Construction (IAC)

Location: Baltimore, MD

Service Area: Digital Transformation 

ITnova is driving digital transformation for the Interagency Commission on School Construction (IAC), an independent agency under the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). The IAC’s mission is to ensure equitable, safe, and well-maintained school facilities across Maryland through effective management of state construction funds for local education agencies (LEAs).

In response to Maryland’s Chapter 14 mandate, the IAC is building a cloud-based Integrated Master Facilities Asset Library (IMFAL) to centralize preventive maintenance and facilities assessment data. ITnova’s team is developing a cutting-edge Facilities Data Management Solution that enables real-time integration and management of facility data.

Key components include:

• Business Management System (BMS): Supporting administrative functions and decision-making.
• Facilities Data System (FDS): Centralizing critical facility data for comprehensive analysis.

Advanced Tools and Methodologies Applied:

ITnova incorporates innovative technologies tailored to the complex operational needs of airports and large-scale infrastructure agencies, making this solution adaptable for similar applications in the aviation sector.

ArcGIS Cloud-Based Mapping:

Utilizing ArcGIS, a leading cloud-based geographic information system, ITnova connects school facility locations with key datasets through interactive, real-time maps. This geospatial technology is equally effective for managing airport assets, tracking operations, and visualizing data for strategic decision-making.

ArcGIS Workflow Manager:

ITnova employs ArcGIS Workflow Manager, a scalable workflow management system that automates and simplifies GIS and non-GIS processes.

This solution enhances operational efficiency by:

• Standardizing workflows for consistency and accuracy.
• Centralizing process management for greater control and transparency.
• Reducing errors and inefficiencies by maintaining repeatable processes.
• Saving time through optimized task automation.

Benefits of ITnova’s Approach:

• Integrated Asset Management: Centralized access to facilities data enables data-driven decision-making and streamlined operations, applicable to airports for managing terminals, runways, and other critical infrastructure.
• Real-Time Insights: Advanced geospatial analytics provide actionable insights to optimize resource allocation and maintenance schedules.
• Scalability: The solution's modular design allows it to scale for larger environments like airport systems or transportation hubs.
• Operational Efficiency: Automated workflows improve productivity while reducing manual errors, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality outcomes.

ITnova’s robust methodologies and advanced technologies position the Facilities Data System as a transformative tool, not only for Maryland’s schools but also as a model for broader applications in airport and transportation infrastructure management.