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Geofences on the map

Geofences defined in the studio render as layers on the tactical map, with entry and exit events in the log. What it's for and how to take advantage of it.

Published on April 18, 2026

Operational summary

Zones you define in the geofence studio render as overlays on the fleet map (by variant: operations or restricted). That gives you immediate context for rules while tracking units.

When a unit enters or leaves a zone, the system can record the transition in the map intelligence stream (entry/exit messages including unit and zone names).

Deep dive

Geofences are polygons or circles you draw on the terrain to mark zones with operational meaning: a site perimeter, a restricted area, a coverage zone assigned to a team. Once created in the geofence studio, they automatically project as semi-transparent layers on the tactical map, color-coded by variant (operations or restricted).

The operational utility of having zones visible on the main map is direct: the operations center sees simultaneously where each unit is and what rules apply at that point. If a patrol approaches a restricted perimeter, you don't have to switch tabs to confirm it's leaving its area; you see it. That coexistence of units + zones reduces coordination errors and speeds up decisions.

When a unit crosses the border of a geofence, the system can record the transition in the tactical log (entry or exit, with unit and zone names). That record stays as later audit and, if the zone rules define it, can trigger a dashboard alert or a mobile notification for the operator. That event → log → alert chain is what differentiates a decorative geofence from an operational one.

A good practice is to periodically review the drawn zones: terrain changes (construction, blocked accesses, expansions) and an outdated geofence generates noise. The tactical log is a good thermometer: if a zone generates entries/exits that nobody acts on, it's probably miscalibrated or unnecessary.

Frequently asked questions

Do geofences impact map performance?
Rendering is optimized for dozens of active zones. With hundreds, archive ones not in operational use to keep the map clean.
Can I temporarily hide layers?
Yes. From the layers panel on the map, toggle visibility per variant (operations / restricted) without touching the geofences themselves.
What's the difference between operations and restricted?
Operations is informational (map context, no alerts). Restricted is actionable: operator entry can trigger app notification and a highlighted log entry.
Are zones visible to operators in the app?
Yes, if remote config has features.geofences enabled and the operator granted location permission. The app syncs geometry from the server.
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