A GIS Systems Engineering Approach to Optimize EMS Response Times in Tompkins County, New York

Abstract

The Tompkins Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system is unlike many other systems. It is an intricate system involving many subsystems, people, locations, and motivations. The goal of optimization or streamlining is an impossible task without the full understanding of system components including political personalities, geographical barriers, fiscal differences, and legal ramifications. Realizing this, a full systems approach is the ideal method to address the countys EMS system deficiencies. The sections below explain the application of each system tool. Seen early on, the abstract application of some tools is necessary to increase utility. Ultimately, the full system process increased understanding of the complete EMS network resulting in feasible and practical solutions to implement.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 25, 2019
Accession Number
AD1114787

Entities

People

  • Thomas Jr E. Stilley

Organizations

  • Cornell University College of Engineering

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Algorithms
  • Ambulances
  • Boundaries
  • Complex Systems
  • Emergencies
  • Engineering
  • Fire Protection
  • First Responders
  • Geographic Information Systems
  • Instructions
  • Standards
  • Students
  • Systems Engineering
  • Time Standards
  • Travel Time
  • Vehicles
  • Warning Systems

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