Environmental data management simplified.
Welcome to KISTERS Hydstra. A scalable, powerful software system for efficient environmental data workflows.
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Introducing Hydstra.
Your all-in-one environmental data solution, Hydstra simplifies the way you collect, analyse, and share vital data across hydrology, meteorology, and water management applications—empowering your team to make decisions that protect and shape the environment.
Whether you’re managing hydrometric networks, monitoring water quality, forecasting flood events, or overseeing dam and reservoir operations, Hydstra unifies complex data into clear insights, helping you make informed, timely decisions with ease.
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Why choose Hydstra?
- Secure, unlimited storage
- Compare data across sources
- Full team collaboration
- Automated quality control
- Data-editing tools
- Streamlined data processing
- Analytics, reporting and alerts
- Free updates
- Add-ons & customisation options
- Access your data on-premise or via the web
- Direct access to expert support
Hydstra can help with…
- Hydrometric data management and analysis
- Groundwater and water quality monitoring
- Flood forecasting and disaster preparedness
- Asset tracking and calibration management
- Seamless data integration and sharing
Customised to your needs.
Our range of Hydstra extensions offer tailored solutions to meet the various needs of different industries. Arrange a consultation and we’ll identify a bespoke solution for your organisation.
Request a consultationKey product features.
Scalable deployment
Hydstra adapts to any system size, from national deployments to consultancy-level setups, without needing extensive administrative expertise.
Scalable deployment
Hydstra adapts to any system size, from national deployments to consultancy-level setups, without needing extensive administrative expertise.
Graphical workbench tools
Hydstra includes powerful visual tools for observation data management, rating and shift tables, and asset tracking.
Graphical workbench tools
Hydstra includes powerful visual tools for observation data management, rating and shift tables, and asset tracking.
Extensibility and automation
API-driven, Hydstra integrates easily into broader IT landscapes, serving as a reliable environmental data source.
Extensibility and automation
API-driven, Hydstra integrates easily into broader IT landscapes, serving as a reliable environmental data source.
Groundwater
Groundwater observations, bore construction and lithology.
Groundwater
Groundwater observations, bore construction and lithology.
Water quality
Discrete quality sampling, results and analysis.
Water quality
Discrete quality sampling, results and analysis.
Instrumentation and calibration
Manage and track your instrumentation fleet with traceable calibration records.
Instrumentation and calibration
Manage and track your instrumentation fleet with traceable calibration records.
Effortless data publishing and analysis
Hydstra’s web publication tools enable seamless data sharing and analysis, delivering environmental insights in a user-friendly, modern format.
Effortless data publishing and analysis
Hydstra’s web publication tools enable seamless data sharing and analysis, delivering environmental insights in a user-friendly, modern format.
Your questions answered.
What types of data can Hydstra manage?
Hydstra manages both time-series and discrete data, making it ideal for a wide range of environmental and hydrological applications, including streamflow, water quality, groundwater, and meteorological data.
Is Hydstra suitable for both small and large organisations?
Yes, Hydstra scales seamlessly to support both individual users and large enterprises. It’s designed to work efficiently for a single consultant as well as for large national or state agencies with complex data needs.
Can Hydstra integrate with other systems?
Absolutely. Hydstra is built for integration with your broader enterprise IT landscape, offering robust APIs and web services, including support for OGC standards like WFS, WMS, and SOS.
How does Hydstra ensure data quality?
Hydstra includes advanced data validation tools and visualization-based quality control, enabling users to detect, evaluate, and edit data anomalies easily, ensuring high data quality for reliable insights.
Does Hydstra support automation for data management tasks?
Yes, Hydstra’s task server module enables scalable automation for tasks like data import, quality assurance, reporting, and data sharing, which helps streamline and enhance productivity.
What kind of analysis and reporting tools are available in Hydstra?
Hydstra comes with a comprehensive suite of analysis and reporting tools, allowing users to conduct detailed statistical and hydrological analysis, create rating curves, and generate regulatory-compliant reports quickly.
What support and training options are available for Hydstra users?
Hydstra is supported by a dedicated team that provides both technical support and training resources. We work closely with clients to ensure they’re getting the most out of the system, from initial setup to advanced use.