Systems Planning and Design

Terminal A Redevelopment, Owner’s Representative and Asset Management Services for Newark Liberty International Airport

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
Location: Newark, NJ
Service Area: Systems Planning and Design  


ITnova is working on the team that is tasked with replacing the 50-year-old terminal A with a worldclass facility featuring innovative airport technologies and New Jersey-centric multimedia designs.

Digital Display Implementation and Operations Support (DIOS)

Metropolitan Washington Airport Authority (MWAA)

Location: Virgina and DC

Service Area: Systems Planning and Design


The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) purpose is to plan, provide and actively manage world class access to the global aviation system in a way that anticipates and serves the needs of the National Capital area. The Authority's mission is to develop, promote, and operate safely Reagan National and Dulles International airports, continually striving to improve the airports’ efficiency, customer orientation, and the level of air service offered at National and Dulles.

 

ITnova’s system engineers worked with variety of stakeholders to deliver a comprehensive report for the planning phase of major modernization efforts including projects such as the replacement of the Paging System and replacement of the Common Use System for the Metropolitan Washington Airport Authority’s airport(s).

 

Key benefits of ITnova’s approach:

  • Informed Decision-Making: ITnova’s market research provided data-driven insights that helped the airport decision makers make well-informed decisions while reducing the risk of costly oversights.
  • Understanding the Market: ITnova’s research allowed the airports to understand market demand, identify trends, and assess the competitive landscape, which is crucial for strategic planning.
  • Identifying Opportunities: By analyzing market conditions, the stakeholders were able to uncover new business opportunities and areas for growth through ITnova’s research.
  • Customer Insights: ITnova’s market research offered a deep understanding of customer needs, preferences, and behaviors, and enabled the stakeholders to tailor their services effectively.
  • Benchmarking and Competitive Analysis: ITnova’s analysis allowed our stakeholders to benchmark their performance against similar airports and identify areas for improvement.
  • Resource Allocation: Through ITnova’s analysis, the stakeholders are able to allocate their budgets more efficiently by focusing on strategies and channels that are likely to yield the best results.

Power BI Implementation for Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA)

Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA)
Location: Glen Burnie, Maryland
Service Area: Systems Planning & Design

ITnova delivered a transformative business intelligence solution for the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA), an agency responsible for driver licensing, vehicle registration, inspection, and safety programs. This project not only modernized MVA’s reporting ecosystem but also highlights the advanced technologies and methodologies that can be applied to airport operations for enhancing decision-making, resource management, and performance monitoring.

ITnova provided Power BI Subject Matter Expertise (SME) to support the MVA’s transition from WebFocus v8 to Power BI, delivering a scalable, full-stack business intelligence solution. This approach is directly applicable to the needs of airports, enabling real-time data analysis, operational insights, and improved stakeholder collaboration.

Key Technologies and Methodologies:

  1. Microsoft Power Platform
    • Power BI: Developed dynamic dashboards and reports tailored to specific user needs, enabling actionable insights for strategic planning.
    • Power Apps & Power Automate: Streamlined workflows and automated processes for improved efficiency.
    • Azure Synapse Analytics: Enabled seamless integration of large datasets for advanced analytics and reporting.
  2. Cloud-Based Architecture with Azure
    • Designed a three-tiered environment progression system using Azure resources, ensuring robust development, testing, and deployment processes.
    • Azure Portal: Provided a centralized hub for managing resources and monitoring the BI ecosystem.
  3. SQL Server Optimization
    • Implemented SQL Server solutions to support large-scale data integration and reporting, enhancing data accessibility and consistency across the organization.
  4. Best Practices for Full-Stack BI Solutions
    • Established guidelines and coached teams on the efficient use of Microsoft applications, ensuring the solution's sustainability and scalability.

Achievements and Applications :

  • Enhanced Decision-Making: ITnova ensured MVA leadership had access to tailored, data-driven reports to guide policy and operational decisions
  • Real-Time Monitoring and Trend Analysis: Developed dashboards to track daily functions, measure performance, and identify trends.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Facilitated seamless communication between internal and external stakeholders, ensuring reporting needs were met
  • Scalable and Robust Architecture: Implemented a three-tiered environment to ensure continuous integration and delivery,

Innovation and Automation: Leveraged automation to reduce manual reporting tasks, saving time and improving accuracy—a benefit that resonates with airports seeking efficiency in operations and resource management.