latest version: 3.2.2

dKart Archive, a key part of the dKart Office suite, provides centralized storage, management, and preparation of electronic navigational charts (ENCs), paper charts, and related datasets. It ensures secure and efficient handling for hydrographic organizations and maritime cartographic specialists.

Beyond storing formats like S-57/3.x, dKart Vector, and GeoTIFF, dKart Archive enables users to prepare data for distribution using the Product Generator module. This tool creates exchange datasets compliant with the S-63 standard, transforming the Archive into a platform for seamless data sharing.

With features like advanced access control, flexible queries, and integration with dKart Office applications, dKart Archive supports every step from data management to distribution. Customizable layouts and robust licensing options make it ideal for modern maritime operations.

Discover dKart Archive—secure, efficient, and ready for the future of hydrographic data.

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Version 3.2.2
We’re excited to announce that dKart Archive is now part of the GeoPhone Group International OY family! This marks a new chapter for the software, with GeoPhone Group International OY bringing its expertise and innovation to enhance your user experience.

While the core functionality of dKart Archive remains unchanged, this transition sets the stage for future improvements and integrations. We are committed to maintaining the high standards of performance and reliability that you’ve come to expect, while exploring new opportunities to expand and refine the software.

Stay tuned for upcoming updates as we continue to develop tools that meet the evolving needs of hydrographic organizations and maritime cartographic specialists.

Thank you for choosing dKart Archive and joining us on this journey with GeoPhone Group International OY.

dKart Archive serves as a centralized solution for storing and managing various datasets, including electronic navigational charts (ENCs), paper charts, raster images, and more. Its robust system ensures efficient handling of extensive datasets, eliminating redundancy and providing a unified platform for maritime data storage.

The program supports a wide range of formats, such as S-57/3.x, dKart Vector, GeoTIFF, and raster image files. This versatility allows users to handle data from diverse sources seamlessly, meeting the needs of modern hydrographic and cartographic operations.

dKart Archive incorporates advanced access control mechanisms, enabling administrators to assign user-specific roles and permissions. This ensures sensitive data is protected and only accessible to authorized personnel, enhancing operational security and compliance with data protection regulations.

The software features a powerful query engine that allows users to perform flexible and detailed searches across stored datasets. With options for custom query conditions and script-based queries, dKart Archive simplifies data retrieval and enhances operational efficiency.

Seamless integration with essential data dictionaries, including AML (Additional Military Layers) and Inland ENC, ensures compatibility with industry standards. This feature expands the program's utility in specialized maritime and hydrographic applications.

Every operation within dKart Archive is logged, providing a transparent history of data additions, edits, and deletions. This ensures accountability and makes it easier to track changes for quality assurance and compliance purposes.

Designed for scalability, the program supports local and network-based deployments, allowing multiple users to work simultaneously. Using Sentinel RMS licensing, administrators can efficiently manage licenses across users and systems.

dKart Archive employs encryption and secure storage techniques to safeguard critical datasets. These measures ensure data integrity and minimize risks associated with unauthorized access or data corruption.

dKart Archive includes the Product Generator module, which enables users to create exchange datasets structured according to the S-63 standard. This functionality transforms the Archive into more than just a storage tool; it becomes a robust platform for preparing and distributing data efficiently and in compliance with international standards.

The software's intuitive interface, complete with customizable layouts, allows users to configure the workspace according to their preferences. This enhances usability and reduces the learning curve, making it ideal for both novice and experienced operators.

As a part of the dKart Office suite, dKart Archive integrates smoothly with other dKart applications, creating a cohesive ecosystem for maritime data management. This integration improves workflow efficiency and ensures compatibility across tools.

With both local and network licensing options, dKart Archive is adaptable to organizations of all sizes. Its flexibility in deployment ensures optimized usage for single users or entire teams.

By leveraging dKart Archive, hydrographic organizations and maritime cartographic specialists can efficiently manage complex datasets, improve operational security, and enhance their workflows. This innovative software sets the standard for maritime data management.

dKart Archive is a data management system designed for the storage, organization, and distribution of electronic navigational charts (ENCs) and other navigational data. It serves as a central repository for various types of navigational data, including ENCs in S-57 format, raster charts, paper charts, and associated files such as updates, texts, and images.

dKart Archive offers a wide range of functionalities, including:

• Data Storage: Supports various formats like S-57, dKart Vector, dKart Raster, DAF, IMS, and GeoTIFF.
• Data Management: Organizes data into projects, manages data versions, adds and deletes datasets, merges updates, and tracks change history.
• Access Control: Configures access rights for different users to control who can view, edit, or add data to the archive.
• Data Search: Allows queries to find specific datasets based on criteria like geographic location, data type, release date, and more.
• Exchange Set Creation: Generates structured exchange sets for distribution, including base cells, updates, text files, and images in compliance with S-63 requirements.
• Data Testing: Checks data integrity and ensures compliance with S-57 standards.
• Logging: Tracks all operations performed on data in the archive, including user information, date, and time of operation.

Data in dKart Archive is structured into datasets grouped within projects. A dataset represents a collection of files that form a single chart, including base cells, updates, texts, images, and other related files. Projects group datasets by common themes, such as geographic regions or data types.

dKart Archive allows users to perform queries to find specific datasets based on various criteria. Query conditions define data attributes and their values. For example, users can search for all datasets related to the Baltic Sea or updates issued after a specific date. Results are displayed as a list of datasets matching the criteria.

dKart Archive includes a module called Product Generator for creating exchange data sets. An exchange set is a structured collection of files ready for publication on CDs or other media. Product Generator allows users to select datasets to include, define folder structures, and set data formats.

dKart Archive provides an access control system that assigns different access rights to users. Users can be granted "no access," "read-only," or "read-and-write" permissions for each project. This ensures control over who can view, edit, or add data to the archive.

dKart Archive consists of two main components: the database and the dKart Archive Manager application. The database stores all navigational data and project information, while the Manager application handles data management, queries, exchange set creation, and access control.
To install dKart Archive:

• Create a Microsoft SQL Server database.
• Install the dKart Archive Manager application.
• Configure the connection between the application and the database.
• Create user accounts and assign access rights.

dKart Archive is available with local and network licenses. A local license is tied to a specific computer running the dKart Archive Manager, while a network license allows the software to be used on multiple computers within a local network.