ArcGIS

​ArcGIS is a web-based mapping software

Technical skills

Comfortable with Excel and web-based tools. Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology ideal.

Data requirements

Data required depends on the type of  the analysis performed, and can be layered in a stepwise approach:

• GPS coordinates of labs (and health facilities)
• Health facility demands (the number of tests required) and the lab capacity (number of tests that can be performed)
• Data provided within ArcGIS online: population and settlements, road network

Key Outputs

Recommendations related to testing capacity, improving access to testing and improving utilization of devices for eexample:

• Mapping of laboratories and health facilities
• Creating catchment areas for health facilities using straight line distance and road networks
• Optimal location for placing new devices or relocation of existing devices
• Optimal sample referral linkages/ routes

Current use

• Several countries in Africa and Asia
• Only for single disease networks. Mainly used for HIV and TB
• Led by partners with technical support from Ministries of Health

Budget*

Commercial software with implied license costs. Generous discounts for non-profit licenses.

Timeline*

Analysis can take 1-6 months depending on data availability and the complexity of the analysis

*Timeline and costs vary depending on scope and complexity of analysis and data availability and quality.