FedGIS Conference Blog

Our Esri Community team will be at Esri Federal GIS 2025, where we'll be meeting with folks on the Showcase floor! Here are the top four must-know details about how to connect with us and what we'll be up to.

The Esri Federal GIS Conference is returning to Washington D.C. from February 24 to 26, showcasing a variety of engaging sessions. At Esri, we value this opportunity to connect with federal employees, allowing us to better understand how we can support their vital work.

This year, we are offering two sessions dedicated to the enhancement of accessibility in Esri applications. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the applicable accessibility standards, explore best practices, and discover ways to improve accessibility in the maps and applications they create.

2025 Sessions

Mapping and GIS: Accessibility Essentials

Monday, February 24, 3:00-4:00 PM EST, Room 156 WEWCC

Are you ensuring that your maps and apps are accessible for a wide range of users? Join us to learn the essentials of digital accessibility to improve your GIS solutions and compliance with accessibility criteria. This presentation includes a brief introduction to accessibility terminology, standards, and guidelines as well as an exploration of recommended practices to improve accessibility in mapping and applications. Additionally, discover assistive technologies and testing tools available to evaluate and remediate according to accessibility best practices.

Presenters: @CharmelMenzel and @KarlFrantz 

Web Apps in ArcGIS: Accessibility Best Practices

Tuesday, February 25, 2:45-3:45 PM EST, Room 144B WEWCC

How accessible are your apps? When you design web apps with accessibility best practices, you help individuals of all abilities to interact with and understand your content. Discover how to optimize your support for screen readers, keyboard navigation, and other assistive technologies. Obtain tips on improving color contrast, adding alternative text, and testing for accessibility, all while crafting more inclusive web app experiences with web app builders.

Presenters: @CharmelMenzel and @KarlFrantz 

Esri Showcase

If you have questions and would like to discuss accessibility best practices, please stop by the Accessibility booth in the Showcase or reach out to Karl Frantz (kfrantz@esri.com) and Charmel Menzel (cmenzel@esri.com) to set-up a meeting during the conference.

Accessibility booth in ShowcaseAccessibility booth in Showcase

Additional Resources

At Esri, we are committed to creating accessible products and services compatible with the latest assistive technology. 

Esri Accessibility Site

Accessibility Conformance Reports

Esri Accessibility Resources

Esri Legal Accessibility

Esri Community - Accessibility Board

Try out new features and designs for popular Esri products and let us know what you think!

Learn about observability for ArcGIS Enterprise with ArcGIS Monitor at FedGIS 2025.

Explore the real-time GIS agenda at this year's Esri Federal GIS Conference, learn about relevant sessions and where to find us at the event. Read the blog

Explore the real-time GIS agenda at this year's Esri Federal GIS Conference, learn about relevant sessions and where to find us at the event. Read the blog

Esri Federal GIS's central theme: Creating the World You Want to See, continues to resonate and prompt action in the wake of the conference. Our Esri Community team takes a supportive role in this effort by connecting GIS professionals here in this platform, where challenges are solved, ideas are amplified, and collaboration takes place. Learn how we used our time at this year's Esri FedGIS to meet with members and collect stories about how Esri Community is empowering them to better perform their work ...

February is an exciting month for ArcGIS Earth. We refreshed our website, released a new case study, and our product team will be at Esri's FedGIS conference in Washington D.C. Check out the details below!

1. Explore the Updated ArcGIS Earth Website

The ArcGIS Earth website has undergone enhancements to showcase its incredible benefits and features. Discover the power of exploring a 3D interactive globe, seamless adaptability to online and offline environments, and robust analytical capabilities. With improved situational awareness, ArcGIS Earth empowers users to make informed decisions faster than ever before. Explore the possibilities today!

Visit the ArcGIS Earth Website->

2. New Case Study Alert  --  Streamlining Pipeline Management with ArcGIS Earth

Discover how Kinetik, a midstream operator in the Delaware Basin area, has transformed their pipeline operations with ArcGIS Earth. Managing over 2,000 miles of pipe across six counties, Kinetik faced the challenge of efficiently maintaining their infrastructure. By leveraging ArcGIS Earth, they created a streamlined method for engineers to upload, edit, sync, and share pipeline information.

Check Out the Case Study->

3. We'll be at FedGIS in Washington D.C. February 13–14, 2024

Join Esri in Washington, DC, at the Federal GIS Conference to learn how the federal government is using GIS to promote a deeper understanding of complex issues and find effective solutions. Attend professional development workshops, learn from Esri staff, and connect with your peers.

You can find the ArcGIS Earth kiosk located in the Defense and Intel Industry Showcase. Please stop by to connect with one of our product experts

Learn More About FedGIS 2024 ->

Find ArcGIS Earth at FedGIS 20204->

Our Esri Community team will be at Esri Federal GIS 2024, where we'll be meeting with folks on the Showcase floor! Here are the top four must-know details about how to connect with us and what we'll be up to.

Going to FedGIS? Want swag? Get a sneak peak at what's in the works and test some of our new features and designs at the FedGIS 2024 User Research Lab!