Question : GPS and SQL server project

Hi experts,

I have an inventory tracking system using SQL server that is pretty stable throughout three stores. Right now, I have a mobile PC that I use to check on our inventory while I'm driving and deliver product.

What I want to know is how to integrate my GPS navigation system with SQL server so that as I am driving near by one of my stores, the inventory level on designated products show up in a screen?

Is this an applicaiton I could build on an existing GPS system? or would have to be a separate one

Thanks!

Answer : GPS and SQL server project

Hi Aarons34,

There is not enough information to give a precise answer.

General rule:
If you have the source code you could upgrade the application with new functionalities. Otherwise, in most cases, it is not possible.

The gray area:
If you are satisfied with the SQL application (except GPS navigation), you could add the new GPS application with sole purpose of displaying your position and stores positions. Based on the result list (list of nearby stores), or visual presentation, you would check manually one by one store in the SQL application.

For example, the list looks like:
StoreQWE, distance: 1 km, bearing: 90 deg, store code: 1234
StoreAER, distance: 2 km, bearing:180 deg, store code: 3612
or on the screen you should have your location and 2 locations showing 1234 and 3612.
Based on the info you are gong to check data for 1234 and 3612 stores in the SQL application.

Vilia.