Case Studies

Oman Urban Planning Dashboard with Power BI & GIS

Sector: Government, Urban Planning

Solution: Interactive Power BI Dashboard with GIS Integration and Secure Data Governance


Project: National-Level Projects Dashboard for Strategic Urban Development

Overview

In support of a national spatial strategy program led by a government urban planning authority, Rihal delivered an advanced Business Intelligence (BI) solution that enhances visibility into strategic project execution across Oman. The initiative focused on streamlining data analysis and reporting through a centralized Power BI dashboard tailored for multi-tiered urban planning: National, Structural, and Visionary.

The project’s primary goal was to equip the planning authority with a scalable, user-friendly tool for monitoring project KPIs in real time—ultimately driving smarter, data-backed decision-making at the national level.

The Challenge

As large-scale urban development projects gained momentum, the need for a structured data environment became urgent. The planning team required:

  • A real-time view of project completion status.
  • Clean, well-governed datasets to ensure trust in insights.
  • A cohesive visual interface aligned with internal brand guidelines.
  • Tools for GIS mapping and multidimensional reporting.

Rihal’s Solution

Rihal designed and implemented a full-scale Business Intelligence dashboard using Microsoft Power BI 365, enriched with GIS integration and powered by structured data governance through our proprietary Jadawel platform.

Key components of the solution included:

  • Comprehensive Data Mapping & Cleansing: Ensuring high data integrity through rigorous validation.
  • Impactful Visual Design: Fully compliant with the authority’s official branding and UX standards.
  • GIS-Enabled Analysis: Adding a spatial dimension to project tracking and reporting.
  • Jadawel Integration: Delivering secure data access, version control, and team collaboration features.

Results & Achievements

  • Early Delivery: Full implementation and go-live completed ahead of schedule.
  • Data Quality Transformation: Cleaned, validated, and mapped datasets for reliable insights.
  • Enhanced Communication: Visually engaging dashboards improved internal and external reporting consistency.
  • Empowered Teams: The client’s internal staff were trained to manage and evolve the dashboard independently.
  • Public Recognition: The dashboard was showcased at the COMEX Expo and received praise from ministers, government entities, and the general public.

Business Impact

  • Accelerated Access to Critical Data: Faster insights into project performance and resource allocation.
  • Improved Collaboration: Streamlined information flow between departments.
  • Stronger Accountability: Clear ownership of data enhanced data governance culture.
  • Scalability: The system was designed to grow with the authority’s evolving needs.

Final Thoughts

This project demonstrates how government entities can adopt cutting-edge data solutions to drive national development goals. With the right mix of tools: Power BI, GIS, and secure data governance, urban planning authorities can make faster, better-informed decisions that shape the future of cities.

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