GeoNames

Providing Accurate Assessment of Named Locations Worldwide

SAIC GeoNames is the comprehensive analysis and collection of named features at all scales as well as associated information. SAIC GeoNames is a complete solution, providing all aspects of a project, from updated names analysis for use on future cartographic products, to providing a detailed database of all GeoNames associated with a given location. All of this is done with the goal of providing the troops on the ground with the most accurate and up-to-date names to assist with targeting and deployment. Accurate geographic names (geonames) data is essential for personnel safety and mission success.

GeoNames have long been a critical component in cartographic production and, with the advent of spatial database names, have also been stored electronically. Traditionally, geonames shown on hardcopy cartographic sources have typically only provided one name per location. In an ever-changing world, names used by the peoples that inhabit an area can be far more diverse, creating a need for the end-user to be familiar with all associated names and their variant forms for a particular location. The SAIC GeoNames solution provides both geospatial and linguistic analysis of existing cartographic sources to help ensure that named locations are correctly identified. This includes analysis of spatial location, feature type, and all existing names with their variant and Romanized forms.

Our Customers Continue to Rely on Our Experience and Expertise

Using proven analysis techniques and developed tools, SAIC's GeoNames team can provide detailed and accurate names analysis. SAIC has processed more than 110,000 geographic names and continues to expand the area of analysis.