http://www.esri.com The latest GIS News from ESRI, the world leader in geographic information system (GIS) technology and mapping software. en-us Copyright © 2007, ESRI. All rights reserved. News 60 http://www.esri.com/graphics/logos/esri_60.gif http://www.esri.com Get the latest GIS News from ESRI, the world leader in geographic information system (GIS) technology and mapping software. 89 85 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_dsmith.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_dsmith.mp3 Daryl Smith, Product Manager for PLTS, gives an overview of PLTS and discusses the PLTS events and activities at the 2009 ESRI International User Conference. Thu, 03 Jul 2009 17:15:33 PDT http://www.pobonline.com/CDA/Articles/Column/BNP_GUID_9-5-2006_A_10000000000000617117 http://www.pobonline.com/CDA/Articles/Column/BNP_GUID_9-5-2006_A_10000000000000617117 When it comes to GIS, it’s no secret that many surveyors have long been behind the curve. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 08:55:33 PDT http://gis.cadalyst.com/gis/On+the+Job+%28Case+Studies%29/Integrated-CADGIS-Platform-Streamlines-Infrastruct/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/585211?contextCategoryId=38942 http://gis.cadalyst.com/gis/On+the+Job+%28Case+Studies%29/Integrated-CADGIS-Platform-Streamlines-Infrastruct/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/585211?contextCategoryId=38942 Port of Long Beach expects to save more than $3 million from CAD file management efficiencies alone. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 08:55:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_shanks.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_shanks.mp3 Rob Shanks, Senior Product Manager for ArcGIS Online, discusses the improvements to the new version of ArcGIS Online, which makes sharing GIS content over the Web easier than ever. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:29:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_3qtr/finalist_microsoft.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_3qtr/finalist_microsoft.html Recognition is for ESRI's collaboration with Microsoft on Fusion Core Solution Technology for Data Fusion Centers. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:04:33 PDT http://www.retailsolutionsonline.com/article.mvc/Map-Your-Own-Economic-Recovery-Route-0001?VNETCOOKIE=NO http://www.retailsolutionsonline.com/article.mvc/Map-Your-Own-Economic-Recovery-Route-0001?VNETCOOKIE=NO While the economy flounders and retailers and consumers alike anticipate a hoped-for recovery. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:01:33 PDT http://www.directionsmag.com/article.php?article_id=3205 http://www.directionsmag.com/article.php?article_id=3205 Getting real-time information is important to the city of Richardson, Texas' Public Service Department. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:56:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/ohio_dot.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/ohio_dot.html The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) will implement an enterprise version of EarthSoft's Environmental Quality Information System (EQuIS) for ArcGIS. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:47:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_smith.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_smith.mp3 Robin Smith, Environmental Industry Manager, previews the environmental industry events and activities at the 2009 ESRI International User Conference. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:44:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/pressroom/2009market-facts-cover.pdf http://www.esri.com/news/pressroom/2009market-facts-cover.pdf You might have heard about the recession. Therefore there’s not much good news in Market Facts this year. Fri, 29 Jun 2009 16:35:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/first_american.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/first_american.html Companies help insurers analyze, predict, and manage risk, leading to better decision making. Fri, 29 Jun 2009 16:21:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/net_promoter_scoring.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/net_promoter_scoring.html Improved score reflects success of ESRI's expanded technical support. Fri, 29 Jun 2009 16:21:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/library/reprints/pdfs/lbxjournal_geo_means_business.pdf http://www.esri.com/library/reprints/pdfs/lbxjournal_geo_means_business.pdf Geography is the language business needs to communicate with to stay profitable in the new global economy. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 17:04:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/arcuser/index.html http://www.esri.com/news/arcuser/index.html The Summer issue of ArcUser is now online. This issue features "Five Steps to Better Performance--Sample methodology for creating a great Web map" and "When Every Second Counts--Yosemite uses GIS for coordinating search and rescue operations." Fri, 26 Jun 2009 12:56:00 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/arcnews/arcnews.html http://www.esri.com/news/arcnews/arcnews.html Highlights include Jack Dangermond discussing the theme of this year's ESRI International User Conference--"GIS: Designing Our Future"--as well as an announcement about the Indian government selecting ESRI's Image Processing platform for its five Regional Remote Sensing Service Centres, and a special section about GIS in crisis management. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 18:27:00 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/twinstar_ba.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/twinstar_ba.html GIS is used to locate new branches for better customer service. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:38:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff-thompson.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff-thompson.mp3 Simon Thompson, Director of Commercial Business Industry, previews the events and activities at the 2009 ESRI Business GIS Summit, which will coincide with this year's ESRI International User Conference in San Diego, California. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 17:16:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/yosemite_operations.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/yosemite_operations.html Mapping and analysis used as a critical search and rescue tool. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 17:01:33 PDT http://www.govtech.com/pcio/articles/691425 http://www.govtech.com/pcio/articles/691425 Slamming a vehicle into an elk or deer is more harmful for humans than many realize. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 17:03:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_wombold_2.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_wombold_2.mp3 Lynn Wombold, Chief Demographer and Data Development Team Manager, provides valuable insight on how demographic trends, such as housing, income, and employment, are impacting the U.S. population. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 16:52:33 PDT http://www.ismretail.com/index.php?option=com_jambozine&layout=article&view=page&aid=7621 http://www.ismretail.com/index.php?option=com_jambozine&layout=article&view=page&aid=7621 A geographic information system (GIS) helps this quick service restaurant make better use of its time during site selection visits. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 10:11:33 PDT http://training.esri.com/campus/seminars/index.cfm http://training.esri.com/campus/seminars/index.cfm This online, one-hour seminar will guide you through the process of working with map templates to help you make great-looking, professional-quality maps for print, the Web, and mobile applications. Mon, 22 Jun 2009 14:18:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/user_hoyt.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/user_hoyt.mp3 Amy Hoyt, GIS Manager, Lee County, Florida, describes Lee County's use of mobile GIS for field data collection. Hoyt details how ArcGIS Mobile was deployed to conduct a successful county-wide damage assessment exercise. Mon, 22 Jun 2009 14:11:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/library/whitepapers/pdfs/space-utilization.pdf http://www.esri.com/library/whitepapers/pdfs/space-utilization.pdf This white paper describes how NASA uses GIS to optimize space at 400 buildings with 4,000 employees on an 800-acre facility. Fri, 22 Jun 2009 17:00:00 PDT http://news.idg.no/cw/art.cfm?id=EF6B32B2-1A64-67EA-E439D7B3CCCB5220 http://news.idg.no/cw/art.cfm?id=EF6B32B2-1A64-67EA-E439D7B3CCCB5220 Before the City of San Diego became a 55 per cent virtualized IT environment, its biggest IT challenge was server sprawl and underutilization of hardware. Fri, 19 Jun 2009 07:26:33 PDT http://policechiefmagazine.org/magazine/index.cfm?fuseaction=display&article_id=1825&issue_id=62009 http://policechiefmagazine.org/magazine/index.cfm?fuseaction=display&article_id=1825&issue_id=62009 The Eugene, Oregon, Police Department (EPD) is a progressive crime-fighting agency. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 17:04:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/delorme_extends_gps.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/delorme_extends_gps.html ESRI users will now be able to view their ArcGIS Desktop projects on the DeLorme Earthmate PN-40 GPS receiver. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 16:49:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_stockton_facilities.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_stockton_facilities.mp3 Shelli Stockton, Industry Manager of Facilities Management, previews the facilities management events and activities at the 2009 ESRI International User Conference. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 17:02:33 PDT http://issuu.com/aaae/docs/airmagannual09?mode=embed&pageNumber=26 http://issuu.com/aaae/docs/airmagannual09?mode=embed&pageNumber=26 The city of Phoenix Aviation Department's GIS, accessible through the airport's GIS Web portal, allows up to 200 simultaneous users. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 16:06:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/library/whitepapers/pdfs/demographic-update-methodology-2009.pdf http://www.esri.com/library/whitepapers/pdfs/demographic-update-methodology-2009.pdf Current events, such as rising unemployment, lower home prices, stagnating income, and regional distinctions, such as the availability of jobs or affordable housing, affect the social and economic trends that are captured in the 2009/2014 demographic data updates. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:52:00 PDT http://www.directionsmag.com/press.releases/index.php?duty=Show&id=33773 http://www.directionsmag.com/press.releases/index.php?duty=Show&id=33773 Will demonstrate integrated risk management solutions at upcoming UASI Conference. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 13:04:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/library/bestpractices/public-works-vol2.pdf http://www.esri.com/library/bestpractices/public-works-vol2.pdf Read how GIS is helping public works departments throughout the world provide better, more efficient services to their communities. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 12:36:00 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/gissummit_educator_track.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/gissummit_educator_track.html Sessions address using GIS to prepare the next generation of business leaders. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 17:20:33 PDT http://www.twosense.com/esri09/index.html http://www.twosense.com/esri09/index.html Order the 2009 ESRI UC Technical Workshop Recordings and view slides and demos synced with speaker audio of all recorded sessions. Get the technical workshops from Source of Knowledge on SynchVue DVD-ROM or VueToria Online. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:59:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_wombold_1.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_wombold_1.mp3 Lynn Wombold, chief demographer and manager of ESRI’s data development team, provides valuable insight on how the new data gathering methods of the 2010 Census will impact data users. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:42:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/pressroom/military_health_it.pdf http://www.esri.com/news/pressroom/military_health_it.pdf The Veterans Health Administration relies on a mix of high-tech actuarial and geo-spatial systems to anticipate the need of its shifting care base. Mon, 16 Jun 2009 14:38:33 PDT http://triad.bizjournals.com/triad/stories/2009/06/15/story2.html?surround=etf&b=1245038400^1843463 http://triad.bizjournals.com/triad/stories/2009/06/15/story2.html?surround=etf&b=1245038400^1843463 The tough real estate market has taken its toll on Triad home values. Mon, 16 Jun 2009 14:26:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/library/whitepapers/pdfs/arcgis-server-virtualization.pdf http://www.esri.com/library/whitepapers/pdfs/arcgis-server-virtualization.pdf This document provides an overview of virtualization and addresses some of the most common questions regarding ArcGIS Server and virtualization, including major decision factors for considering virtualization and the advantages of deploying ArcGIS Server in a virtualized environment. Mon, 15 Jun 2009 11:26:00 PDT http://fluidbook.microdesign.nl/geoinformatics/04-2009/index.html?page=36 http://fluidbook.microdesign.nl/geoinformatics/04-2009/index.html?page=36 ESRI President Jack Dangermond interviewed in GIS industry roundtable. The GIS world is consantly changing and expanding. Thu, 11 Jun 2009 18:27:33 PDT http://fluidbook.microdesign.nl/geoinformatics/04-2009/index.html?page=48 http://fluidbook.microdesign.nl/geoinformatics/04-2009/index.html?page=48 The National Geographic Society (NGS) was founded in 1888 in Washington, D.C., by 33 explorers and scientists including Alexander Graham Bell, inventor of the telphone, and explorers John Wesley Powell and A.W. Greeley. Thu, 11 Jun 2009 18:20:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/user-bjerregaard.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/user-bjerregaard.mp3 Charlotte Bjerregaard, geographer for the Danish Maritime Safety Administration, discusses how DMSA uses GIS to manage nautical information. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 18:04:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/iowa_dot.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/iowa_dot.html Iowa Department of Transportation uses many tools to produce and maintain its geospatial data. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 16:29:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/new_templates.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/new_templates.html Tune in to a free live training seminar about using templates to improve mapmaking skills. Tue, 9 Jun 2009 16:00:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_danko.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_danko.mp3 David Danko, GIS Standards Consultant, discusses the importance of metadata in the geospatial realm—in particular, ESRI’s support of the ISO standard. Tue, 9 Jun 2009 15:00:33 PDT http://www.economist.com/science/tq/displaystory.cfm?story_id=13725877 http://www.economist.com/science/tq/displaystory.cfm?story_id=13725877 Software: Interest groups around the world are using mapping tools and internet-based information sources to campaign for change. Thu, 4 Jun 2009 09:15:33 PDT http://www.govengr.com/ArticlesMay09/Palm.pdf http://www.govengr.com/ArticlesMay09/Palm.pdf For the city of Palm Desert, CA, the success of its nine-year old GIS program has been an ongoing source of municipal pride. Mon, 1 Jun 2009 17:09:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/uc2009/staff_cygan.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/uc2009/staff_cygan.mp3 Mark Cygan, Maps Industry Manager, previews the maps, chart, data production, and SDI events at the 2009 ESRI International User Conference. Mon, 8 Jun 2009 16:16:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/high_winds.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/high_winds.html Central Lincoln People's Utility District found solutions for vegetation and outage management through ESRI's Small Utility ELA program. Mon, 8 Jun 2009 16:03:33 PDT http://www.integratedsolutionsmag.com/index.php?option=com_jambozine&layout=article&view=page&aid=6027&Itemid=69 http://www.integratedsolutionsmag.com/index.php?option=com_jambozine&layout=article&view=page&aid=6027&Itemid=69 Managing and maintaining a fleet of motor vehicles poses a significant asset tracking challenge. Mon, 8 Jun 2009 09:51:33 PDT http://www.pe.com/localnews/inland/stories/PE_News_Local_S_esri05.3ddbfb0.html http://www.pe.com/localnews/inland/stories/PE_News_Local_S_esri05.3ddbfb0.html When President Barack Obama signed his landmark $787 billion stimulus package, he vowed that money would be doled out in full public view. Fri, 5 Jun 2009 14:14:33 PDT http://www.geosoft.com/resources/articles/pdfs/miningjournal_GISworkflows0509.pdf http://www.geosoft.com/resources/articles/pdfs/miningjournal_GISworkflows0509.pdf GIS plays a crucial role in exploration technology. Thu, 4 Jun 2009 16:15:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/limited_travel.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/limited_travel.html Need to learn from your office? Try remote training, on-site coaching, or internet-delivered courses. Thu, 4 Jun 2009 14:31:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/gis_tutorial2.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/gis_tutorial2.html New intermediate workbook helps readers build GIS analysis skills. Thu, 4 Jun 2009 14:20:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/bao_93.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/bao_93.html Guided workflows and streamlined business logic speed market analysis. Wed, 3 Jun 2009 14:51:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/uc2009/staff_frantz.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/uc2009/staff_frantz.mp3 Randy Frantz, Telecommunications Industry Manager, discusses the telecommunications industry events and activities at the 2009 ESRI International User Conference. Wed, 3 Jun 2009 11:33:33 PDT http://www.gisdevelopment.net/magazine/global/2009/may/36.htm http://www.gisdevelopment.net/magazine/global/2009/may/36.htm What would happen if everyone stopped using petroleum to power their automobiles and switched to electric vehicles? Wed, 3 Jun 2009 09:50:33 PDT http://www.ospmag.com/issue/article/got-fiber-now-what http://www.ospmag.com/issue/article/got-fiber-now-what Network Optimization Is the key to long-term profitability. Tue, 2 Jun 2009 17:15:33 PDT http://www.pobonline.com/CDA/Articles/Features/BNP_GUID_9-5-2006_A_10000000000000599219 http://www.pobonline.com/CDA/Articles/Features/BNP_GUID_9-5-2006_A_10000000000000599219 GIS capabilities streamline cartographic processes in Australia's mountainous island state. Tue, 2 Jun 2009 15:48:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/health_speakers.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/health_speakers.html Hear the latest on health care delivery and information technology trends. Tue, 2 Jun 2009 15:30:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/instructional/creatingoptimizedwebmapsat931_anoverview.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/instructional/creatingoptimizedwebmapsat931_anoverview.mp3 This episode will explore the new Map Service Publishing toolbar in ArcMap, and how it will help users author well-designed map documents that will form the basis for fast map services. Along with optimized map services, ArcGIS 9.3.1 also provides tools for evaluating the performance of your maps, while allowing you to analyze and preview your maps as you prepare them for publishing. Tue, 2 Jun 2009 15:04:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/uc2009/staff_davenhall.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/uc2009/staff_davenhall.mp3 Bill Davenhall, Global Marketing Manager for Health and Human Services, previews the Health and Human Services events and activities at the 2009 ESRI International User Conference. Tue, 2 Jun 2009 14:50:33 PDT http://www.profsurv.com/magazine/article.aspx?i=70278&p=1 http://www.profsurv.com/magazine/article.aspx?i=70278&p=1 In Australia, the New South Wales (NSW) government owns and operates the electrified metropolitan railway network throughout Sydney and surrounding commuter areas. Mon, 01 Jun 2009 15:27:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/pressroom/09_2qtr/zip_story.pdf http://www.esri.com/news/pressroom/09_2qtr/zip_story.pdf Home prices gyrate, up, down and sideways. Mon, 01 Jun 2009 13:41:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/library/whitepapers/pdfs/esri-trend-analysis.pdf http://www.esri.com/library/whitepapers/pdfs/esri-trend-analysis.pdf Recent changes in the U.S. economy are accurately identified by ESRI's 2009/2014 demographic data. Read more about demographic trends such as housing, employment, home value, and income. Mon, 01 Jun 2009 13:33:00 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/geocoding_routing.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/geocoding_routing.html ArcGIS Server and ArcGIS Desktop users can now complement their GIS projects with geocoding, place-finding, and routing capabilities. Mon, 1 Jun 2009 13:20:33 PDT http://www.wwdmag.com/Implementing-GIS-on-a-Budget-article10253 http://www.wwdmag.com/Implementing-GIS-on-a-Budget-article10253 A small Tennessee utility district addresses network needs with GIS software. Fri, 29 May 2009 14:06:15 PDT http://www.hendonpub.com/publications/article/?mag=PSIT&articleId=207318&articleLoc=Other+Articles http://www.hendonpub.com/publications/article/?mag=PSIT&articleId=207318&articleLoc=Other+Articles What technologies are available to make this happen? Thu, 28 May 2009 16:45:33 PDT http://tdworld.com/smart_grid_automation/mobile-gis-090501/index.html http://tdworld.com/smart_grid_automation/mobile-gis-090501/index.html Northeastern REMC field personnel use mobile viewing applications to speed outage response, thus meeting customer expectations. Thu, 28 May 2009 15:24:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/ccim_bas.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/ccim_bas.html Largest commercial investment brokerage and real estate network to resell ESRI's enterprise business software. Thu, 28 May 2009 11:24:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_thomas_gov_fleet.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_thomas_gov_fleet.mp3 Christopher Thomas, government industry solutions manager at ESRI, discusses how government organizations can better manage their fleets using ArcLogistics, ESRI's routing and scheduling solution. ArcLogistics empowers fleet managers to efficiently deploy vehicles based on location and vehicle capacity while reducing costs in the process. Wed, 27 May 2009 17:05:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/socioeconomic_trends.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/socioeconomic_trends.html Updated population, income, housing, and employment data now available. Wed, 27 May 2009 16:57:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/tele_atlas_europe-data.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/tele_atlas_europe-data.html ArcPad bundled with latest Tele Atlas North American and Europe data saves time, eliminates errors, and increases accuracy. Wed, 27 May 2009 16:37:33 PDT http://where.blip.tv/file/2151502/ http://where.blip.tv/file/2151502/ Jack Dangermond at the O'Reilly Where 2.0 Conference. Tue, 26 May 2009 12:04:33 PDT http://resources.esri.com/arcgisserver/apis/flex/ http://resources.esri.com/arcgisserver/apis/flex/ ArcGIS API for Flex 1.2 for ArcGIS 9.3.1 is now available from the ESRI Resource Center. Tue, 26 May 2009 11:11:33 PDT http://www.vector1media.com/dialogue/interview/interview%3a-exploring-the-role-of-gis-in-the-enterprise/ http://www.vector1media.com/dialogue/interview/interview%3a-exploring-the-role-of-gis-in-the-enterprise/ The enterprise geospatial approach and the promise of geospatial contributions for smart grid development. Tue, 26 May 2009 11:06:33 PDT http://www.directionsmag.com/article.php?article_id=3160 http://www.directionsmag.com/article.php?article_id=3160 Location intelligence is the key to a successful franchise. Thu, 21 May 2009 11:55:00 PDT http://www.coloradoan.com/article/20090521/NEWS01/905210342/1002/CUSTOMERSERVICE02/New+computer+curriculum+targets+middle+schoolers http://www.coloradoan.com/article/20090521/NEWS01/905210342/1002/CUSTOMERSERVICE02/New+computer+curriculum+targets+middle+schoolers Poudre School District middle school students will benefit from a new computer curriculum next school year, giving them the most up-to-date technology skills to prepare them for the future. Thu, 21 May 2009 11:44:00 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/professional_gis_uc.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/professional_gis_uc.html Attendees will have access to everything they need to launch and grow successful, results-driven GIS projects anywhere in the world. Thu, 21 May 2009 11:13:00 PDT http://www.esri.com/library/bestpractices/using-gis-with-gps.pdf http://www.esri.com/library/bestpractices/using-gis-with-gps.pdf GPS technology is changing the way GIS users capture, store, update, manipulate, analyze, and display geographic information. Wed, 20 May 2009 17:00:00 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_charpentier.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_charpentier.mp3 Christophe Charpentier, Product Manager for ESRI StreetMap Premium, discusses the latest version of StreetMap Premium, ESRI's geocoding and routing solution for ArcGIS Server. Wed, 20 May 2009 16:03:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/uc2009/staff_eredics.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/uc2009/staff_eredics.mp3 Peter Eredics, Forestry Industry Manager, previews the events and activities to take place at the upcoming 2009 ESRI International User Conference. Tue, 19 May 2009 16:30:33 PDT http://firechief.com/technology/computers-software/gis-coordinate-multiagency-response-200905/index.html http://firechief.com/technology/computers-software/gis-coordinate-multiagency-response-200905/index.html The Orange County Fire Authority uses computer mapping to coordinate the activities of all parts of its organization. Tue, 19 May 2009 15:04:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/willie_smits_uc_speaker.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/willie_smits_uc_speaker.html Attendees will learn how planting trees has helped local communities and the orangutan population. Mon, 19 May 2009 11:08:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/hernando_keynote.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/hernando_keynote.html De Soto will share how GIS is helping the poor formalize their land rights. Mon, 18 May 2009 11:18:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/uc2009/staff_harp_preview.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/uc2009/staff_harp_preview.mp3 Bill Harp, Defense and Intelligence Industry Manager, previews the Defense and Intelligence industry demonstrations and activities at the 2009 ESRI International User Conference. Wed, 13 May 2009 16:43:33 PDT http://www.govtech.com/gt/articles/672535 http://www.govtech.com/gt/articles/672535 Leaders from the public and private sector gathered at the Conference on California's Future to discuss how GIS can help officials work around the problems crippling the state. Wed, 13 May 2009 08:22:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/events/uc/registration/hotels.html http://www.esri.com/events/uc/registration/hotels.html The ESRI Housing Bureau is a convenient way to book your UC hotel accommodations. There are many hotels still available at great rates! Please visit us online at: http://www.esri.com/events/uc/registration/hotels.html for more information and to make your reservation online. Tue, 12 May 2009 16:48:33 PDT http://www.gisuser.com/content/view/17592/ http://www.gisuser.com/content/view/17592/ ArcPad 8 was recently released and offers some much improved functionality. Tue, 12 May 2009 16:46:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/suela_access.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/suela_access.html City of Wauchula, Wheatland Electric Cooperative, and Central Alabama Electric Cooperative join ESRI's Small Utility Enterprise License Agreement program. Tue, 12 May 2009 14:47:33 PDT http://www.directionsmag.com/article.php?article_id=3143 http://www.directionsmag.com/article.php?article_id=3143 As in many Latin American countries, corner stores and snack stands in Colombia serve as popular places to grab a quick bite to eat. Tue, 12 May 2009 08:40:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/uc2009/staff_bills_ucpreview.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/uc2009/staff_bills_ucpreview.mp3 Terry Bills, Transportation Industry Manager, previews the transportation industry events and activities at the 2009 ESRI International User Conference. Mon, 11 May 2009 16:48:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/ela_census.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/ela_census.html ArcGIS software supports extensive data collection, quality assurance, and mapping. Thu, 7 May 2009 13:17:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/crain_chicago_business.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/crain_chicago_business.html Annual Market Facts section lands a Best Online Project award from the Society of American Business Editors and Writers using ESRI maps and data. Wed, 6 May 2009 14:18:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/indian_space_research.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/indian_space_research.html Five regional remote sensing centres will implement ArcGIS Server and ArcGIS Server Image Extension. Wed, 6 May 2009 8:49:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_jordan.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_jordan.mp3 Lawrie Jordan, Imagery Enterprise Solutions Director, gives a preview of the Remote Sensing and GIS 2009 conference. Tue, 5 May 2009 16:40:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/educ_09.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/educ_09.html Educators will learn how to launch and grow GIS projects and programs. Tue, 5 May 2009 14:46:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/industries/facilities-management/pdfs/stu-rich.pdf http://www.esri.com/industries/facilities-management/pdfs/stu-rich.pdf Whether it is airport security or environmental management, everyone is looking towards geospatial information inside buildings. Tue, 5 May 2009 9:45:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/uc2009/staff_brook_gas.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/uc2009/staff_brook_gas.mp3 Rob Brook, Electric and Gas Utility Industry Manager, discusses the Gas Utility industry topics and events at the upcoming 2009 ESRI User Conference. Mon, 4 May 2009 16:18:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/new_book_resources.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/new_book_resources.html New downloadable resources supplement ESRI press book, Thinking Spatially Using GIS. Mon, 4 May 2009 14:59:33 PDT http://www.nytimes.com/2009/04/12/nyregion/westchester/12horsewe.html?ref=westchester http://www.nytimes.com/2009/04/12/nyregion/westchester/12horsewe.html?ref=westchester Members of the Bedford Riding Trails Association on a jaunt in the Beaver Dam Sanctuary, along one of the association's trails. Mon, 4 May 2009 11:12:33 PDT http://www.govtech.com/gt/video/?id=636909 http://www.govtech.com/gt/video/?id=636909 Local governments use GIS to track foreclosed homes in order to buy and flip them into low income housing properties. Mon, 4 May 2009 10:16:33 PDT http://www.govtech.com/gt/649520 http://www.govtech.com/gt/649520 More than 300 local governments are utilizing a $3.9 billion Community Development Block Grant. Fri, 1 May 2009 4:16:33 PDT http://www.govtech.com/gt/652976?topic=117676 http://www.govtech.com/gt/652976?topic=117676 In addition to stimulus spending and tracking, Dangermond explained the important role GIS will play in infrastructure, smart roads, energy, cloud computing and more. Fri, 1 May 2009 9:07:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/vermont_green_energy.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/vermont_green_energy.html The Green Mountain State of Vermont is getting even more green with digital maps to support renewable energy development. Thu, 30 Apr 2009 10:31:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/surveying_summit.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/surveying_summit.html Distinguished speakers and informative sessions will address issues important to surveying and engineering professionals. Wed, 29 Apr 2009 14:58:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/noaa_chart-production.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/noaa_chart-production.html PLTS for ArcGIS-Nautical solution improves efficiency and quality control when creating charts. Wed, 29 Apr 2009 14:52:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/uc2009/staff_brook-pipeline.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/uc2009/staff_brook-pipeline.mp3 Rob Brook, pipeline and gas industry manager, gives a preview of the pipeline industry events and activities at the 2009 ESRI International User Conference. Wed, 29 Apr 2009 14:37:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/arcgis_9-3-1.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/arcgis_9-3-1.html ArcGIS 9.3.1, which began shipping today, helps you create and share modern Web maps that are relevant to your entire organization. Tue, 28 Apr 2009 11:43:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/gis_careers.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/gis_careers.html Hawaii adds ESRI's K–12 statewide GIS software license to existing higher education agreement. Tue, 28 Apr 2009 11:02:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/australia_energy.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/australia_energy.html Pipelines and electric network are monitored with GIS technology from ESRI. Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:19:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_cmeyla2.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_cmeyla2.mp3 Chuck Cmeyla, public works industry manager, gives a preview of the public works events and activities at the 2009 ESRI International User Conference. Mon, 27 Apr 2009 11:49:33 PDT http://www.gisdevelopment.net/magazine/global/2009/April/26.htm http://www.gisdevelopment.net/magazine/global/2009/April/26.htm Aprimatologist, environmentalist and UN messenger of peace. Fri, 24 Apr 2009 14:56:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/truckee-donner.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/truckee-donner.html ESRI's small utility ELA program enables upgrade. Thu, 23 Apr 2009 17:26:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/business-summit.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/business-summit.html This conference will offer solutions for optimizing business functions for organizations of any size. Thu, 23 Apr 2009 17:21:33 PDT http://www.forbes.com/feeds/businesswire/2009/04/17/businesswire123438040.html?partner=email http://www.forbes.com/feeds/businesswire/2009/04/17/businesswire123438040.html?partner=email The IT consulting and solutions unit of MPS Group, Inc., today announced that it will exhibit at the 2009 GITA Geospatial Infrastructure Solutions Conference & Exhibition. Thu, 23 Apr 2009 17:07:33 PDT http://www.berkeleyind.com/culture/BCWS-makes-GIS-available-online2009-04-21T07-35-17 http://www.berkeleyind.com/culture/BCWS-makes-GIS-available-online2009-04-21T07-35-17 Berkeley County Water and Sanitation's Geographic Information System (GIS) can now be accessed at www.bcwsa.com. Thu, 23 Apr 2009 15:02:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/bp_ventyx.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/bp_ventyx.mp3 Steve Radice, Vice President of Utility Transmission and Distribution Solutions, Ventyx, talks about how utilities can benefit from implementing an enterprise GIS for workforce management. Thu, 23 Apr 2009 14:55:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/ivs-3d_partnership.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/ivs-3d_partnership.html Software companies provide efficient workflow for comprehensive bathymetric data management. Wed, 22 Apr 2009 13:52:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/events/uc/registration/hotels.html http://www.esri.com/events/uc/registration/hotels.html The ESRI Housing Bureau is a convenient way to book your UC hotel accommodations. There are many hotels still available at a great rate! Wed, 22 Apr 2009 13:53:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/gis_kiosk.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/gis_kiosk.html The official launch is scheduled for Earth Day on April 22. Wed, 22 Apr 2009 13:42:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_kearns.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_kearns.mp3 Tim Kearns, Maritime Deputy Program Manager, talks about enabling hydrographic offices with enterprise GIS technology. Wed, 22 Apr 2009 13:33:33 PDT http://gcn.com/articles/2009/04/20/arms-provides-data-maps-to-agencies.aspx http://gcn.com/articles/2009/04/20/arms-provides-data-maps-to-agencies.aspx ARMS was designed to connect the data collected by various agencies and put it into a form that is easily accessible by all organizations concerned with child welfare. Wed, 22 Apr 2009 13:14:33 PDT http://govm.geospatial-solutions.com/gssgovm/article/articleDetail.jsp?id=592886 http://govm.geospatial-solutions.com/gssgovm/article/articleDetail.jsp?id=592886 The U.S. Military Academy at West Point was born of unique geography; more than 200 years later, it's teaching modern mapping methods. Wed, 22 Apr 2009 13:14:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/instructional/bestpractices_definingprojectioninformationforarcimsmapservices.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/instructional/bestpractices_definingprojectioninformationforarcimsmapservices.mp3 Interactive Web maps are designed and used to accomplish focused and meaningful tasks. Learn what Web maps are, how they can be used, and what you should consider when designing for usability and performance. This is the first episode in a series relating to creating effective Web maps. Tue, 21 Apr 2009 13:22:33 PDT http://www.positionmag.com.au/POS/content/2009/POS40/pos40_features/pos40_feature_interview.html http://www.positionmag.com.au/POS/content/2009/POS40/pos40_features/pos40_feature_interview.html Why GIS is incomplete without imagery. Tue, 21 Apr 2009 1:11:33 PDT http://gisdevelopment.net/application/miscellaneous/e20apr09.htm http://gisdevelopment.net/application/miscellaneous/e20apr09.htm The Brenner Pass has served as a vital alpine link between Austria and Italy since early Roman times by supporting trade and transportation from northern to southern Europe. Tue, 21 Apr 2009 10:06:33 PDT http://www.directionsmag.com/printer.php?article_id=3126 http://www.directionsmag.com/printer.php?article_id=3126 This small, densely populated nation continues to expand economically and today stands as the world's 11th largest trading nation. Mon, 20 Apr 2009 16:21:33 PDT http://www.geoconnexion.com/uploads/bahrain_security_intv8i4.pdf http://www.geoconnexion.com/uploads/bahrain_security_intv8i4.pdf GIS enhances the kingdom of Bahrain's Security with the geographic security system from ESRI northeast Africa and Crimeanalyst from ESRI (UK). Mon, 20 Apr 2009 16:18:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/bp_casazza.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/bp_casazza.mp3 Ken Casazza, Vice President, Corporate Development, Penobscot Bay (Penbay) Media, LLC, talks about data modeling standards and the logistics of enterprise GIS. Penbay builds enterprise facilities management solutions using ArcGIS software. Thu, 16 Apr 2009 11:03:33 PDT http://www.asmmag.com/features/gis-versus-the-volcano-indonesia http://www.asmmag.com/features/gis-versus-the-volcano-indonesia Volcanologists can predict Mount Merapi's activity and plan responses. Thu, 16 Apr 2009 10:52:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/bp_colar_colantonio.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/bp_colar_colantonio.mp3 Jeff Allen, vice president of Coler & Colantonio, talks about the application of GIS in developing Intrepid, its software suite that has automated the workflows in the pipeline industry. Wed, 15 Apr 2009 12:30:33 PDT http://www.esri.com/library/whitepapers/pdfs/arcgis-server-in-practice.pdf http://www.esri.com/library/whitepapers/pdfs/arcgis-server-in-practice.pdf New ESRI white paper includes Python source code for helper script tool. Wed, 15 Apr 2009 09:47:33 PDT http://www.esri-ireland.ie/aboutesri_ireland/pressreleases.asp?pid=563 http://www.esri-ireland.ie/aboutesri_ireland/pressreleases.asp?pid=563 After using ESRI GIS solutions for several years, both South Dublin County Council and Fingal County Council have signed an Enterprise Licence Agreement (ELA) with ESRI Ireland. Wed, 15 Apr 2009 09:42:33 PST http://www.gisuser.com/content/view/17324/2/ http://www.gisuser.com/content/view/17324/2/ Brent Jones, Survey/Cadastre/Engineering Industry Manager for ESRI serves up an interesting and enjoyable keynote presentation at the recently held Carlson user conference. Mon, 13 Apr 2009 16:44:33 PST http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_lange_ap8.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_lange_ap8.mp3 Jian Lange, ArcPad Product Manager, and Elvin Slavik, Lead ArcPad Developer, talk about new capabilities, performance improvements, and quality enhancements in ArcPad 8. Mon, 13 Apr 2009 16:14:33 PST http://training.esri.com/acb2000/showdetl.cfm?did=6&Product_id=943 http://training.esri.com/acb2000/showdetl.cfm?did=6&Product_id=943 Learn how to create fast, modern Web maps as well as map design best practices for optimal Web performance. Mon, 13 Apr 2009 8:16:33 PST http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/takingroot/ http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/takingroot/ How does the simple act of planting trees lead to political change and a Nobell Peace Prize? Watch "Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai" on PBS on Tuesday April 14. Maathai was the keynote speaker at the ESRI International User Conference in 2007. Fri, 10 Apr 2009 16:10:33 PST http://www.military-geospatial-technology.com/mgt-home/107-mgt-2009-volume-7-issue-2/931-webs-wide-world.html http://www.military-geospatial-technology.com/mgt-home/107-mgt-2009-volume-7-issue-2/931-webs-wide-world.html The GeoWeb represents the convergence of internet technology, GIS tools and a rapidly growing number of services. Fri, 10 Apr 2009 11:26:33 PST http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/tele_atlas_ela.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/tele_atlas_ela.html Program offers enterprise-wide access to ArcGIS software and accurate street data for small municipalities and counties. Thu, 9 Apr 2009 16:38:33 PST http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/remote-sensing_keynote.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/remote-sensing_keynote.html Exploiting imagery for more efficient information management to be addressed. Thu, 9 Apr 2009 14:35:33 PST http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_elkins.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_elkins.mp3 Rob Elkins, ESRI Developer Group Product Manager, talks about the important happenings and unveilings at the 2009 ESRI Developer Summit in Palm Springs, California. Thu, 9 Apr 2009 13:47:33 PST http://www.pobonline.com/CDA/Articles/Features/BNP_GUID_9-5-2006_A_10000000000000560212 http://www.pobonline.com/CDA/Articles/Features/BNP_GUID_9-5-2006_A_10000000000000560212 ESRI 4-H grants help kids map the road to success. Thu, 9 Apr 2009 8:28:33 PST http://training.esri.com/acb2000/showdetl.cfm?did=6&Product_id=942 http://training.esri.com/acb2000/showdetl.cfm?did=6&Product_id=942 Learn about regression analysis techniques and workflows to help explain the factors behind observed spatial patterns. Wed, 8 Apr 2009 1:41:33 PST http://www.pobonline.com/CDA/Articles/Features/BNP_GUID_9-5-2006_A_10000000000000555337 http://www.pobonline.com/CDA/Articles/Features/BNP_GUID_9-5-2006_A_10000000000000555337 GIS can help surveyors map out a successful new business model. Wed, 8 Apr 2009 12:09:33 PST http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/gis_conference.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/gis_conference.html ESRI will demonstrate how GIS technology is crucial for planning, engineering, constructing, and tracking infrastructure projects of all sizes at the Geospatial Infrastructure Solutions Conference. Wed, 8 Apr 2009 12:01:33 PST http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/arcpad_8.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/arcpad_8.html Edits to Geodatabase can now be synced via ArcGIS Server. Wed, 8 Apr 2009 11:11:33 PST http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_chivite.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/staff_chivite.mp3 Ismael Chivite, ArcGIS Server product manager, provides a preview of the enhancements in the upcoming release of ArcGIS Server 9.3.1. Chivite highlights the faster dynamic map services, new tools to author and publish optimized map services, and a new developer API, the ArcGIS API for Microsoft Silverlight. Tue, 7 Apr 2009 11:39:33 PST http://www.lawofficer.com/news-and-articles/articles/lom/0502/predictive_modeling_becomes.html http://www.lawofficer.com/news-and-articles/articles/lom/0502/predictive_modeling_becomes.html Easy-to-use mapping software helps Philadelphia police unlock the value of its data. Tue, 7 Apr 2009 10:04:33 PST http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/navteq_fleets.html http://www.esri.com/news/releases/09_2qtr/navteq_fleets.html Governments looking to stretch fleet-related resources and increase productivity should plan to participate in a webinar hosted by ESRI and NAVTEQ. Mon, 6 Apr 2009 17:05:33 PST http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/user_knight.mp3 http://www.esri.com/news/podcasts/audio/speaker/user_knight.mp3 Greg Knight, senior GIS application developer for the Boston Redevelopment Authority, discusses the Solar Boston map that allows users to see active renewable energy installations within the city and to calculate the solar potential of building rooftops. The map was created by the Boston Redevelopment Authority in cooperation with the Solar Boston Program using several ArcGIS tools, including ArcGIS Spatial Analyst and the ArcGIS API for Flex. Wed, 1 Apr 2009 15:51:33 PST