Client Background
Vaisala, a global leader in measurement instruments and climate intelligence, manufactures measurement devices and provides data used globally — from data centers to medical labs, Arctic regions to hurricane zones, and even Mars.
Challenge
Processing diverse meteorological datasets and converting them into intuitive map visualizations. Portfolio Manager Hilkka Heiskari-Tuohiniemi:
“Our key challenges were processing data sets of various forms with coordinate-based calculations into visualized map layers.”
Solution
Research Phase: Cirit collaborated with Vaisala teams to determine optimal technical implementation.
Architecture Decision: Scope expanded to include backend cloud infrastructure alongside the planned front-end application.
Technology Stack: React frontend, Serverless AWS backend (S3, Lambdas, CloudFront), Integration with Vaisala Xweather data sources, and external dataset integration.
Team Dynamics
Cirit operated independently with direct stakeholder communication and weekly prioritization meetings. Head of Climate Resilience Danny Johns:
“Great communication with excellent transparency backed by regular pulse meetings demonstrated a truly agile approach.”
Results
Fully functional Proof of Concept exceeding initial expectations. Core features completed ahead of schedule with additional features implemented within budget and timeline.