i2 iBase 5

Specifically designed for analysis, iBase incorporates a range of powerful functions tailored to meet the needs of analysts and investigators worldwide. Intuitive and easy-to-use, iBase allows you to quickly build a multi-user investigative database without advanced technical expertise. As a flexible application, it also allows you to adapt your database as requirements change. iBase represents information and queries in a unique visual format, providing intuitive access to sophisticated functionality.

iBase is available in two variants, i2 Base 5 Basic and i2 Base 5 Standard and with several option packs. This reflects the differing needs of its world-wide user-base, which ranges across military and national security, law enforcement and the commercial sector.

iBase Basic		iBase Standard
Employs Microsoft Access Jet database engine		Uses Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Server Express or Access database
Suitable for up to 200MB of data and 5 concurrent users		No limit on data storage when using Microsoft SQL Server
		Delivers full-text search including name variant searching
		Can leverage semantic queries to query multiple entity types in a single query
iBase options to meet your growing needs
iBase GIS Interfaces 2		Provides a data bridge between iBase and leading GIS applications to enable spatial analysis
iBase 5 Coordinate Extensions		Allows coordinates to be entered in a number of formats. iBase spatial query builder finds incidents or objects near a location without the need for GIS software.
iBase 5 Schema Update		Enables database schema changes to be pushed to remote iBase installations. Keeps databases updated and synchronized in environments without network connectivity.
iBase 5 Database Replication		Allows users working in a distributed environment to share and update data in real time (available only with iBase Standard)

Key Benefits

• Easily create your own multi-user databases without advanced technical expertise or jump-start your design using predefined templates.



• Incorporate data from multiple sources for analysis in one single environment.



• Save time populating your database by using built-in forms and by scheduling batch imports to occur automatically.



• Query your data by ‘drawing’ your question – avoiding the need to learn a complex database query language, designing powerful, complex queries easily.



• Streamline data collection, populating iBase through tailored worksheets or by using other i2 applications



• Manage all your data and benefit from a scalable database solution to handle ever-increasing volumes of data



• Work individually or as part of a team to build and use standalone or shared databases.



• Set up comprehensive security at the field, record or case level to restrict access by user or user group.



• Use auditing functions to further ensure the integrity of your data.

Key Functionality

iBase integrates powerful analytical functionality:

Query – ‘draw’ the question you wish to ask - simple or complex - by dragging and dropping relevant icons and links. Then save, organize and share your queries with colleagues to promote best practices.

Find Path – visually establish the shortest path between two data elements even if the relationship involves several degrees of separation. This information can be vital to your case and is not readily available via traditional database queries or reports.

Explore – reveal all relationships between a selected Analyst’s Notebook chart item and other entities in your database. This allows you to add relevant data to your analysis without constructing a query.

Search Tools – quickly find exact matches, synonyms or words that sound similar to those in your search criteria. This can be especially useful when searching for names with spelling variations. iBase Standard also provides full text search of documents embedded in your database.

Score Matching – save time searching your database when only a few details are known. Pick lists and weighted scoring identify the data most relevant to your investigation.

Duplicate Records Checker – maintain the quality of your database by quickly searching a set, a query result or your entire database for duplicate information.

Reporting – easily create reports that can be printed, posted to a Web page or sent to Microsoft® Word, facilitating communication within your organization.

Mapping – optional add-on enables location-based analysis of crime and intelligence information by interfacing with popular mapping software such as MapInfo®, ArcView™ and Microsoft® MapPoint®.

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i2 runs award winning training courses for all levels of user, to ensure you get the most out of the product. You can download a list of courses, as well as a calendar of upcoming sessions by clicking here. Alternatively, visit the training pages of the website.

i2 iBase User Course
Aimed at anyone who wishes to use i2 iBase databases that have already been developed within your organization. It is not necessary to attend this course if you have already attended the i2 iBase Designer course.

Gain a comprehensive understanding of how to use i2 iBase using a variety of example databases.

A combination of lecture, hands-on work and exercises will be used in this interactive course.

i2 iBase Designer Course
Designed for developers and investigators who wish to create database applications with a connection to the i2 Analyst’s Notebook

During the course you will learn how to use an i2 iBase database. You will then design and create a variety of databases for storing and analyzing information including people, organizations, bank accounts, vehicles and related objects.