A geospatial framework is introduced for linear asset management in the coming release of R2026c (May 2026). Linear assets are of significant length like roadways and pipelines. For instance, a user reports a problem by dropping a pin in a map and pinpointing the location of issue visually in a highway. The coordinates in the maps and measures (mile or kilometer markers) are integrated by the geospatial framework.
1. Maps and Measures
In a geospatial framework, Linear Referencing System (LRS) is used to reference a point or segment in linear assets. Locations or features in linear assets are described in measures of miles, kilometers, or another unit rather than by using absolute X, Y coordinates (latitude/longitude). For instance, in an LRS, you may say "The pothole on I-35, in the increasing direction, at measure 60+911". The pothole is not described in X, Y coordinates (latitude/longitude). A measure 60.911 may be shown as 60+911.
2. Routes and GIS Service
A geospatial framework is implemented as a GIS service (Geographic Information System) in Calem.
- The GIS service allows a user to enter an issue by measures (such as at M 60+911) and figure out the latitude and longitude.
- It also allows one to drop a pin to indicate the location of a problem and figure out the measures.
- A built-in GIS service is included in Calem.
- See Admin Guide for more info.
A route represents a roadway or pipeline. Linear assets can be configured based on routes.
- Menu: Asset | Codes | Routes
- A route object includes route name, route code, start and end measures, and direction.
- An external route Id may be included for integration with GIS (Geographic Information System) services.
3. Linear Asset Attributes
Attributes are available for linear assets in main modules including Asset, Service Request, Work Order, PM, and MOC (Change). The attributes are highlighted in the screenshot below.
- A linear asset may be for a point, a segment, or a route.
- A problem may be reported for a point or segment of a route asset.
- A preventive maintenance may be scheduled for a segment of a route asset.
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