I.R.I.S. has been designing, developing, integrating, implementing, and supporting state-of-the-art forestry, natural resource, and environmental information systems since 1986. Our ability to provide you with cost-effective, highly-reliable systems that work day-in and day-out in the "real world" is based upon:

Competant Leadership: The Founder and Director of I.R.I.S., Charles V. Nilsson, graduated Magna Cum Laude from the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (SUNY ESF) and Syracuse University with degrees in Natural Resources Management, Business Management, and Natural Resource Information Systems. He has received numerous honors and awards, including first place overall in a nationwide natural resources software contest. In addition to providing consulting services for over 20 years, he has worked for International Paper Company, the Research Branch of the USDA Forest Service, and Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI). To date, he has developed, or contributed towards the development of, the following systems:

Extensive Systems Expertise: The staff at I.R.I.S. have implemented information solutions for forestry, natural resource, and environmental professionals on most major hardware platforms, operating systems, and peripheral devices, including:

High-Quality Suppliers: In this day and age when the "almighty dollar" seems to rule people's purchasing decisions, we know that even one hour of downtime can quickly erase any initial savings in your computer systems. Our ability to provide you with highly-reliable, trouble-free systems that work day-in and day-out starts with suppliers who produce high-quality products, including:

Sound Principles: The I.R.I.S. philosophy draws from contemporary management theory and practices, built upon a solid foundation of traditional values and beliefs. This enables our employees to achieve their full potential, while providing you with people who are genuinely interested in your objectives and treat you with courtesy, respect, and integrity. Our philosophy is built on the following principles:

Powerful Computer Techniques: Our approach to information systems is built upon powerful theory and techniques, tempered by real-world practical experience. The following techniques help ensure that your systems work day-in and day-out, make you more productive, and give you a competitive edge:

Comprehensive Solutions: I.R.I.S. is committed to making information technology as simple as possible for you by supplying all the components of a comprehensive, integrated solution. Our "turn-the-key and go" solutions include:

People Who Care: More than anything else, our ability to provide you with cost-effective information systems that work day-in and day-out is the result of people who care. This includes vendors who provide us with high-quality computers, software, peripherals, and supplies; in-house staff who know how to apply the technology to get results; and clients who are committed to using the technology to work more effectively and efficiently. If your organization wants to increase its use of Information Technology to improve its natural resource management and conservation, we would like to work with you!