Software systems

I was wondering if there were any whitepapers or technical documents which explain the following:

1) High level architecture (table schemas, workflow) of Ordnance Survey system (map, fulfillment)

2) Document which outlines the multiple software systems that are being tied together to run the Ordnance System?

Thank you for your e-mail dated 14^th January 2010. We are pleased to provide you with two attachments to this e-mail.

The first (Information b.jpg) is diagram showing the main OS software systems, and the relationships between them.

The second (Information c.xls) is a spreadsheet listing the systems shown on the diagram, and provides a brief description of their purpose. Please note we have not provided descriptions for the bottom four tiers of the diagram (Database / Security / Messaging / Operating System) as these are all standard off-the-shelf software products.

Please note that your enquiry has been processed to Freedom of Information guidelines.  As all requested information has been provided, we have determined that in all the circumstances of this case the Public interest consideration (section 17 FOIA) is not applicable in this instance.

If you are unhappy with our response, you may raise an appeal to our Appeals Officer at:

Complaints Team

Customer Service Centre

Ordnance Survey

Romsey Road

SOUTHAMPTON

SO16 4GU 

Please include the reference number below. The Appeals Officer will ensure that the process has been followed correctly, questioning any decisions taken regarding the original response and recommending disclosure of additional information if appropriate.

Thank you for your enquiry.

Reference number: FOI1026/January 2010