GIS services at ICRISAT are operating under cost recovery procedures. In order to serve scientists more efficiently, we classify requests in 5 categories:

1. Light support. This includes all basic desk mapping tasks that can be executed by a technician and delivered within a day from the date of receipt of the request. This service is provided free of charge, and is treated as low priority. Requests must be sent by email.

2. Print & scan jobs. All map / poster color printing and scanning tasks fall under this category. They are treated as high priority. A budget code is required. Requests must be logged on an ICRISAT work order request form.

3. Advanced support. This refers to advanced spatial analysis and image processing tasks, requiring up to 2 weeks of worktime and usually executed by a scientific officer. This service is available at a cost, and is given medium/high priority. A budget code is required. Requests must be logged on an ICRISAT work order request form.

4. Field work. This involves the procurement of GIS staff for field work to execute DGPS surveys, GCP collection, participatory mapping, etc. This service is subject to special fares and conditions depending on locations. It is treated as medium/high priority. A budget code is required. Requests must be logged on an ICRISAT work order request form.

5. Research partnership. This covers all collaborative activities with a minimum duration of 2 months per year, which usually require the hiring of dedicated staff, and have been jointly budgetized as part of a research and development project. This category receives highest priority.

Not sure which category your request belongs to? Please contact us for personalized advice!