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Aug 25, 2025 17 min

C4ISR Stories: Computers - Data-Driven Decisions for Disaster Defence

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In this episode of C4ISR Stories, titled Data-Driven Decisions for Disaster Defence, we explore the transformative role of technology in crisis management through the gripping tale of a flooded town and an improvised coordination cell. Join us as we follow Karin, an IT consultant, who turns chaos into clarity using a laptop and innovative tools to drive effective rescue efforts. Discover how computers, GIS mapping, and live telemetry reshaped decision-making, empowering volunteers to act decisively amidst the flood. This episode highlights the synergy between human ingenuity and technology in disaster response, illustrating how shared understanding can save lives. Tune in for a compelling narrative about navigating the storm with data and determination. Read more on https://qzj.se/audio/qzj033-c4isr-computers-data-driven-decisions 73 DE SA6MWA (00:00) Intro (01:16) The Flood (01:46) Karin (03:03) Spreadsheet FTW (04:41) GIS (06:42) APRS (08:42) LoRa Sensors (10:07) Magic Carpets (10:52) Clarity (12:17) After Action Review (16:06) Outro

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