Mr James G Colclough CGeog (GIS)

Biography

James is an Associate Director leading the use of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in the transportation sector. He manages a team within AECOM's Birmingham office, developing and promoting the use of the latest geospatial technology, including implementing bespoke systems. James plays a pivotal role in promoting the use of GIS within AECOM and with a range of public and private sector clients. A key aspect of his role involves sharing best practice globally and bringing together a variety of geospatial skills to develop leading applications for their clients. This has recently involved utilising webGIS technology to maximise the usefulness of geographic information in aiding decision making for high profile projects across the globe. James has tailored GIS solutions to a variety of sectors, including accessibility planning, traffic modelling, vehicle routing, public transport reviews, highway monitoring, travel planning, freight analysis and asset management. He has delivered papers on accessibility planning and transportation modelling where he has developed innovative solutions to spatial problems using GIS technology.