NBIS RATINGS APP
The app that allows inspectors and engineers to figure out the condition of a structural element in the field right from their mobile phones or tablets.

WORK OFFLINE
We definitely understand that inspectors are either in the middle of no where or underside a bridge and there’s no connection. We made sure to develop this app with no WiFi needed during using the app. Currently the only database used is the IDOT “Structure Information and Procedure Manual”.
We are working on incorporating more databases into our application including the NHI “Bridge Inspection Reference Manual” and more states. However, we will be certain to keep this app functioning without any internet requirement other than the one time to switch between databases.
Simple
We made sure to keep the app simple and easy to use. We tried to keep it within 3 steps only between choosing the element, choosing the worst case field condition, and then obtaining the rating accordingly.