Convert SDM to ODI

Understanding SDM and ODI file formats

SDM files are typically associated with Spatial Data Model formats, often used in GIS (Geographic Information Systems) applications for storing spatial and attribute data. These files are commonly used in software like ERDAS IMAGINE or other geospatial tools.

ODI files, on the other hand, are most commonly known as Oracle Data Integrator files, which are used for data integration and transformation tasks in Oracle environments. ODI files can also refer to Open Data Interchange formats in some GIS contexts, used for exchanging spatial data between different systems.

How to convert SDM to ODI

Converting an SDM file to an ODI file typically involves exporting spatial data from a GIS application and then importing it into a data integration or interchange tool that supports the ODI format. The process may vary depending on the specific software and the intended use of the ODI file.

Recommended software for SDM to ODI conversion

The best approach is to use a GIS software that supports both SDM and ODI formats or can export to a common intermediary format (such as Shapefile or GeoJSON), which can then be imported into an ODI-compatible tool. Here are the recommended steps:

• ERDAS IMAGINE: Open your SDM file, then use File → Export to save the data in a widely supported format like Shapefile.
• QGIS: Import the exported Shapefile, then use Layer → Export → Save Features As to export to a format compatible with your ODI tool.
• Oracle Data Integrator: Use the ODI Studio to import the exported data and create an ODI file for integration tasks.

For automated or batch conversions, consider using FME (Feature Manipulation Engine), which supports a wide range of spatial data formats and can automate the conversion process between SDM and ODI-compatible formats.

Summary

While there is no direct one-click SDM to ODI converter, using GIS software like ERDAS IMAGINE or QGIS in combination with Oracle Data Integrator or FME provides a reliable workflow for converting spatial data between these formats.