Build and Maintain Pipeline and Facility Data, Documents and GIS

Proven industry data management design and implementation for all aspects of your pipeline operations.

A geographic information system (GIS) is essential for accurate and reliable pipeline data management in compliance with regulatory requirements. Utilizing industry-recognized methodologies and technology planning, an enterprise GIS helps operators manage risk, prioritize work and maintain critical infrastructure safely and reliably. Expertise in GIS modeling, design and integration ensures ongoing data integrity and connects stakeholders to crucial information.

TRC has developed industry-recognized methodologies, best practices and technology planning that connect stakeholders to the data and systems they need to maintain this critical infrastructure safely and reliably. We deliver industry data management design and implementation for all aspects of your pipeline or utility practice to ensure accurate and reliable pipeline and facility system data.

Expertise to Improve Pipeline Data Management 

Pipeline data management brings many benefits, from meeting regulatory guidelines to managing risk in critical infrastructure. Working with TRC provides additional advantages, including:

  • Expertise: Our practitioners have specialized technical knowledge of every aspect of pipeline construction, operation and maintenance, including the understanding of GIS and data management.
  • Adaptability: We take on projects of varying sizes, even those that are complex and require extensive data modeling or maintenance. For each project, we customize our approach to suit distinct requirements. 
  • Control: Throughout pipeline data management processes, we care for every detail to keep projects on time and within budget. 

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Integrated Data Management Solutions

With TRC, you gain the support necessary to plan, operate and maintain a pipeline system. Our services assist utilities at all stages of GIS implementation, from collecting data to integrating and analyzing it, to creating maps and monitoring pipelines. We abide by industry standards and leverage trusted tools for visualization and data management.

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GIS and Technology Services

TRC’s GIS and technology services support the implementation and use of digital data management systems. We enhance the data management process and offer a reliable dataset for decision-making. Our adaptable services provide technology solutions that support operations, such as:

  • GIS data migration, conversion and development
  • ArcGIS Enterprise portal implementation, development, design and administration
  • Software assessments or system architecture
  • Application and software implementation
  • Mobile data collection app build-out (Fulcrum, Survey123, ESRI Explorer and Collector)
  • Data hosting, cloud architecture and design consulting
  • Business intelligence design (Power BI, Tableau, Spotfire)

GIS Modeling, Design and Integration Services

Manage GIS pipeline data with specialized solutions for visualizing and exploring your systems. TRC integrates various asset management solutions, including standard enterprise systems:

  • PODS 7 (Pipeline Open Data Standard)
  • UPDM (Utility and Pipeline Data Model)
  • APR (ArcGIS Pipeline Referencing)
  • ArcGIS Utility Network
  • CPDM (Cathodic Protection Data Model)
  • Maximo and SAP

Integrity Data Maintenance

Data provides the most value when it is accurate and reliable. TRC’s integrity data maintenance services enhance data quality throughout its life cycle. This data can improve documentation, reporting and compliance support. Our pipeline integrity data maintenance services include:

  • As-built creation and QA/QC
  • Centerline and feature refinement
  • ILI/CIS data alignment
  • Structure capture, attribution and verification
  • Source record data validation
  • Alignment sheet generation

Data Management Services

Optimize the organization and accessibility of critical pipeline information with TRC. We help digitize and streamline records. These processes enhance compliance and enable more efficient information retrieval. Utilities with effective data management can face operational changes. We have various data management services for pipelines:

  • Document system design, scanning and OCR
  • TVC complete (traceable, verifiable and complete)
  • Records and document decision tree management
  • Workflow and records management review
  • Field data collection workflows
  • MOC (management of change) design or implementation

Frequently Asked Questions

We have worked in pipeline data management for many years and can answer any questions you have.

Various regulations govern pipelines and their documentation, such as those from the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). The location also influences the state and local regulations. With TRC’s pipeline management solutions, you have a comprehensive and tailored platform for handling and visualizing your data. This software enables more effective compliance with any applicable regulations.

Regular updates are essential to pipeline data management, keeping data relevant. Here are a few best practices for GIS data management and updates:

  • Set a regular schedule to review and update data.
  • Establish data quality standards and verify information against these benchmarks.
  • Conduct data audits or assessments to identify outdated information.

At TRC, we support ongoing management processes to enhance data quality throughout its life cycle. Our services include updates to pipeline data.

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