Architecture

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Atlas serves as the single-source-of-truth for the Mission.

Atlas leverages Google Workplace tools like Google Sheets to create an integrated solution for data collection and management. Team members and Implementing Partners continue to use the tools they know while Atlas works in the background to bring everything together. All data continues to be stored on Google Drive.

Custom-built web applications like the Activity Database and Data Catalog make data discoverable to those who need it, when they need it. Web applications are built on Google's Apps Script platform, a cloud-based JavaScript platform that integrates with and automates tasks across Google products. Custom-built applications can be developed and deployed easily with all of your data in one place. Applications may also be built with Tableau, Esri products or any other platform (subject to license availability).

The Mission Database, built on the powerful and open source PostgreSQL, aggregates all data together for rapid query and analysis. Data are piped into the Mission Database using data pipelines managed and maintained by the Data Steward. Basic geospatial analysis is supported and, optionally, Esri ArcGIS or the free and open source QGIS can be used for more advanced geospatial visualization and analysis.