FOSS4G based Web-GIS to simplify sharing of analysis processes

Abstract

In recent years, the development of free and open source software for geospatial (FOSS4G) has significantly progressed. Web processing service (WPS) enabled different users to share spatial analysis processes running on remote servers. However, the installation and operation of WPS were difficult for non-technical users, because WPS users have to use specific client applications that can parse XML. To realize a simple process sharing system, this paper proposes a Web-GIS that works as a platform of spatial analysis. The proposed system is based on open cafe system (OCS) that consists of FOSS4G and a content management system. With a prototype, it was confirmed that users can easily manage and execute spatial analysis processes with only web-browsers.