Pear Technology provides a one-stop shop for Council mapping and associated needs such as asset management. Using digitized Ordnance Survey maps- (which are free to councils signed up to the Public Sector Mapping Agreement) – our software can be utilized to give each Council exactly the right tools to view, edit, overlay and link features to related databases.
By having separate pieces of software, Councils can not only personalise their digital mapping system to suit their needs, but also expand their system over time. All our software is designed to be easy to use and so with the reassurance of our superb ongoing aftercare, can greatly increase the capability and efficiency of managing the region under administration.
Maps can be quickly emailed to contractors, placed on the web-site for public information purposes, sent to principal authorities and printed out at any size.
By having a one-stop shop, there is no debate over who to call for help.
Local or internet installations available.
“Stratton St. Margaret Parish Council is responsible for cemeteries, allotments, play areas, open spaces and assets such as dog bins, litter bins etc. Pear’s software has not only helped with the management of all this but is easy to use.”
Pear can convert your old paper cemetery maps into a modern digital format that can be easily updated and amended using our PT-Mapper Pro software. The digital copy of your cemetery map can then be linked to your burial records using our MapLink software. It is now a very simple process to record new burials and cremations and to find out who is where in your cemetery.
Our map editing software, PT-Mapper Pro, enables you to identify your council owned land and buildings, highlight your parish and ward boundaries and add your own information to the map of your parish. Information from outside sources can also be incorporated into your map such as Land Registry Titles and map data from your Higher Authority. This data can include information on Tree Protection Orders (TPO’s), Listed Buildings, as well as access and maintenance issues. Digital mapping becomes an invaluable tool when considering land and asset transfers from your Higher Authority.
Our map editing software PT-Mapper Pro allows you to create maps to help you plan and organise your public events. Sections of your map can be “cut out” and edited to plan Carnival routes, Food Festivals, Christmas lights, bonfire and firework displays, street markets and processions etc. Once the map has been created it can be displayed on your website, included within a brochure and displayed on notice boards. Communication with the public, the emergency services, the environmental health authority etc, becomes more professional and efficient with the aid of digital mapping.
Data relating to condition surveys for assets and trees can be collected whilst out in the field. Pear Technology offer two methods of capturing data remotely. The first method involves the use of a Windows Mobile handheld GPS device or a Windows tablet PC together with a software programme, Pocket GIS.
The second method using our Pole Star technology enables survey data to be captured in the field and uploaded to the “cloud” in real time. Surveys can be accessed and data captured using a smart phone/tablet PC (iPhone or Android).
Managing the layout of your recreational facilities is made easy with the use of our map editing software PT-Mapper Pro. Sports pitches can be laid out on the map utilising the available space. Each type of pitch can be drawn to scale and it’s position adjusted to maximise the use of the space. Seating plans for public halls can be drawn up and the various arrangements can be displayed on your website saving you time when dealing with enquiries from the public.
The task of preparing a neighbourhood plan can be simplified using our map editing software, PT-Mapper Pro. Maps can to be prepared highlighting the areas associated with the neighbourhood plan which can then be used for communication with the public. Maps can also be prepared to include information on local amenities, footpaths, bridleways, areas of interest and scenic beauty. The maps can be printed on paper, sent to a printer for publication and displayed on your website.
Our map editing software, PT-Mapper Pro enables you to create maps outlining the procedures that would be implemented in the event of an emergency. Buildings can be highlighted for use as emergency shelters and alternative routes can be highlighted in the event of flooding and road closures. Risk assessments can be carried out and the individual record can be linked to the relevant feature using our MapLink software. The start of the journey towards a paperless office!
Asset Manager is a software program that enables you to manage assets and meet audit requirements in an easy to use, time-efficient way. Pear Technology developed the software to a specification provided by accountants, DCK Beavers and it has been designed to meet the specific needs of local councils, large or small.
Digital copies of your existing allotment garden plans can be created using our PT-Mapper Pro software. Once the maps have been created it is then possible to link each allotment plot to the data associated with it using our MapLink software. Allotment tenancy agreements can now be produced quickly and easily and include an accurate map of the plot.
