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Geospatial Aquila

Innovated in Weather Forecasting and Operational Planning​

Pioneered Weather Forecasting for Operational Efficiency

Local &  Period

HQ in France and Colorado (project across 9 US States, Canada, Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Argentina, Angola, and Spain, 2018 - Ongoing SLA

Industries

Portfolio & Technologies

Weather, Costal, Satellite Imagery, Deep AI Model and GIS

Summary

Aquila collaborated with a Global Food Conglomerate to pioneer a groundbreaking weather analysis solution aimed at optimizing agribusiness operations. The goal was to provide comprehensive and accurate weather insights for the management of crops and cattle in a vast geographic footprint that spans 9 US states, Canada (3 provinces) , Mexico (2 States), Colombia, Brazil  5 States), Argentina (1 province), Angola (3 Farms), and Spain (1 Farm).


The Challenges:

The agricultural industry relies heavily on precise weather data to make informed decisions regarding planting, harvesting, and managing livestock. Accurate weather forecasting and operational efficiency are paramount for ensuring the success and sustainability of agribusiness.The


The Solution:

Aquila introduced an advanced, deep AI model that revolutionized weather forecasting for agribusiness. Their solution incorporated a wide range of data sources and cutting-edge technologies, including:

1. Vertical Atmosphere Profiles:

  • Pressure

  • Temperature

  • Density

  • Refractivity

2. NOA Data Layers:

  • - Radar data

  • - Weather forecasts and models

  • - Historical climate records

  • - Climate models and projections

  • - Carbon dioxide and greenhouse gas data

  • - Air quality data

  • - Water quality data

  • - Land cover and land use data

  • - Coastal Models

  • - Real-time and historical disaster data

  • - Hazard maps and warnings

  • - Post-event analysis and assessment data

  • - Earthquake and tsunami data

  • - Volcano monitoring data

  • - Space weather information

3. Additional Layers:

  • - Satellite Radar and Imagery

  • - Land use change detection

  • - 2D and 3D Extraction


Outcomes:

Aquila's deep AI model delivered a range of critical outcomes for the Global Food Conglomerate:

1. Improved Efficiency and Planning

  • Significant improvements in the time required to analyze and recognize land use for agribusiness applications. 

  • Enhanced ability to forecast future weather conditions for optimal planning and resource allocation.

2. Standardization and Collaboration

  • Unification of weather analysis standards and scoring systems across the conglomerate's multiple departments and countries. 

  • Facilitation of cross-border collaboration and knowledge sharing, promoting a uniform approach to weather analysis and planning.

3. Agility in Information Integration:

  • The system enabled the seamless integration, processing, and sharing of local weather information obtained from various national and regional agencies within the all 56 farms involved in the project.

  • Local agencies and departments now have a streamlined mechanism for providing and accessing critical weather data.


Conclusion:

Aquila's innovative deep AI model, with its extensive data sources and advanced technologies, has revolutionized weather analysis for agribusiness. The Global Food Conglomerate now benefits from more accurate and timely weather insights, allowing for better planning and decision-making across a vast and diverse geographical landscape. This groundbreaking project serves as a model for the potential of AI and technology in agriculture, setting new standards for operational efficiency in the agribusiness sector.

Design, Implementation & Quality

November 2018 - May 2019 (Ongoing SLA)

Stage 1: Design

Objective: The design stage involves planning and strategizing the comprehensive solution for revolutionizing weather analysis in agribusiness.

  1. Problem Identification: In this phase, Aquila identifies the challenges faced by the Global Food Conglomerate in agribusiness, which include the need for precise weather data for crop and cattle management across multiple geographic locations. They pinpoint the need for an advanced weather analysis solution that can incorporate data from diverse sources.

  2. Solution Development: Aquila designs a comprehensive solution that leverages deep AI and a wide range of data sources, including vertical atmosphere profiles, NOA data layers, and additional layers like satellite radar and imagery. The solution is designed to provide accurate weather insights for agribusiness operations in multiple countries and regions.

  3. Data Integration: Aquila plans the integration of extensive data sources, technologies, and data layers to create a unified weather analysis system.

May 2019 - September 2020 (Ongoing SLA)

Stage 2: Implementation

Objective: The implementation stage involves executing the designed solution to revolutionize weather analysis for agribusiness.

  1. Technology Deployment: Aquila deploys the deep AI model and integrates data sources, including vertical atmosphere profiles, NOA data layers, satellite radar, and additional data layers.

  2. Data Processing: The system processes data from various sources, providing improved efficiency and planning by analyzing land use and forecasting future weather conditions.

  3. Standardization and Collaboration: Aquila implements standardized weather analysis standards and scoring systems across the conglomerate's multiple departments and countries. This fosters cross-border collaboration and uniformity in weather analysis and planning.

  4. Information Integration: The system enables the seamless integration, processing, and sharing of local weather information from national and regional agencies across all 56 farms involved in the project. Local agencies and departments have a streamlined mechanism for providing and accessing critical weather data.

2020 - Ongoing

Stage 3: Quality Control

Objective: The quality control stage ensures that the project's outcomes meet the desired standards and objectives.

  1. Impact Assessment: Aquila assesses the outcomes of the project, including improved efficiency, planning, standardization, and collaboration. They evaluate the effectiveness of the deep AI model and data integration in revolutionizing weather analysis.

  2. Feedback and Adjustment: Based on feedback and data from the implementation phase, Aquila makes any necessary adjustments or improvements to the solution. This stage involves iterative refinement to optimize weather analysis further.

  3. Documentation and Reporting: Aquila documents the success of the project, including the improved efficiency, standardization, and collaboration. They provide detailed reports to the Global Food Conglomerate.

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