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Ordering archive data without a catalogue

gIQ allows a user to acquire archive data from vendors who have integrated with gIQ, and other users which have not yet integrated. This flow takes you through the ordering process where the vendor has not yet integrated their catalogue.

1. Click on Buy​

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2. Click on Search Archive​

And select a vendor that has not yet integrated their catalogue, In this case Blacksky.

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3. In the calendar choose the start and end of the Acquisition Date​

You have to select a start and end date, also a specific time. If the time is not specified it will take the current time from you desktop.

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4. Click on the calendar icon to open the calendar window or you can write the date and time in the predetermined format.​

Within the calendar window you can select specific year and change page for different months, then select a day. You also have to select hour, every 5 minute and AM or PM.

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5. Click on OK​

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6. Choose product type​

If the vendor has different product types they will be listed here.

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7. Select your AOI​

If you select a polygon, we will search for a minimal amount of data which covers the whole AOI.

If you select point, we will search for data where the point is covered as centrally as possible.

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8. Mark the AOI on the map.​

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9. Give an order description​

This is an optional step. It adds context for the order itself, which could be important for approvers of the order.

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10. Read the EULA​

It is important that you read and agree to the EULA.

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11. Read the EULA​

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12. Check I agree​

It is important that you read and agree to the EULA. An order can not be placed without checking the EULA box.

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13. Click on Submit​

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14. Check the tasking summary before confirmation.​

Click on Confirm or Edit if anything needs to be changed.

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15. Once the "order submitted" pop up appears the order is now in the system.​

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# What Happens Next​

With this flow, once the order has passed through your approval process and landed with Space42, Space42 staff will get to work. We will work with the vendor behind the scenes to ensure that the archive data exists and the various options available. We will communicate with you to ensure that the archive data available meets your expectations. Only once you are satisfied with the options available and confirm which data you would like will we place the order with the vendor and upload it to your organisation.

See The order process.

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