Latest Contributions by AdamCarnow

The 2025 Esri Senior Executive Summit videos are online. These are great ways to show execs the benefits & potential of GIS, so be sure to share them. You can never have enough executive sponsorship... https://mediaspace.esri.com/channel/2025%2BEsri%2BSenior%2BExecutive%2BSummit/382857813   ... View more

Yes, that’s right – building on the success of last year’s Summit, the 13th GIS Managers Summit is new and improved for 2025. Get ready for one of the best single-day, GIS events on the planet. Join 600+ of your peers, from across the US and abroad, to discover best practices and learn practical leadership tips from some of the foremost leaders and SMEs in the industry. This event is for current and future GIS Managers/Leaders, as well as others interested in learning more about the business of enterprise GIS and how to follow The Path to Geospatial Excellence. This is not a day of endless slide presentations and software demonstrations – this is an interactive collection of networking experiences, group discussions, panels, and questions and answers – so bring lots of business cards, be prepared to participate and expand your personal network and skills development. Leave with actionable information you can apply to improve your GIS program and professional development. Topics to be covered include: building and applying a proven framework for GIS programs governance enabling innovation spatial literacy leading without a title transitioning from manager to leader surviving adversity operationalizing your strategy In addition to staff from Esri and distributors, scheduled presenters include Eric Abrams, James Alberque, Trisha Brush, Véronique Couttee-Jenkins, Erin Fashoway, Louis Hill, Gary Maguire, Liz Parrish, Cierra Scriven, and Scott Weisman. To learn more about the Summit, read this summary from last year’s event. The Summit takes place on Sunday, July 13th, at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina, right before the Esri User Conference. Due to limited space, a reservation is required. To attend, register for the User Conference, then make a reservation to attend the Summit by adding it to your schedule. There is no additional cost, and no invite is required. Make your reservation now! See you there! ... View more

For the first time ever, Esri is bringing the latest techniques on how ArcGIS can support the entire Public Works mission directly to our users with the Esri Public Works Seminar Series. Spend a day learning how you can uncover hidden value in your GIS and integrate advanced technologies like AI, 3D, real-time, digital twins, and drones into your business. Space is limited. Sign up now. Please monitor this site as more locations will be added. https://www.esri.com/en-us/c/industry/public-works/next-gen-public-works-seminar-series ... View more

The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District in Northern California has created an award-winning, ArcGIS-powered app for hikers. https://www.esri.com/en-us/lg/industry/government/stories/award-winning-app-redefines-trail-accessibility-for-hikers ... View more

Parks are more than just green spaces; they’re the heart of our communities, fostering healthier lives and building climate resilience. But here’s the catch: for parks to take care of us, we need to take care of them. That’s where dedicated professionals in parks and recreation come in. They work tirelessly to ensure community parks are not just beautiful, but also sustainable and long-lasting. Managing parks is no small feat. It’s a multifaceted job that requires a comprehensive approach to keep green spaces thriving. Park management is inherently a location-based business, involving everything from maintaining trails and facilities to playground inspections and ensuring public safety. However, professionals in this field often face challenges such as manual workflows based on paper, PDFs, and spreadsheets, delayed response times, compliance risks, budget constraints, and a lack of transparency. To tackle these challenges, many parks and recreation organizations are turning to advanced geospatial tools like ArcGIS and OpenGov Asset Management. These tools make park management more efficient, ensuring that our parks continue to benefit us for generations to come. For instance, two Texas cities, Plano and Arlington, have successfully implemented these solutions, helping them to overcome these challenges and run smarter park operations. Click here to read the rest of the story. ... View more

Please join me, OpenGov & staff from Plano, TX & Arlington, TX for a Smart Parks webinar Tu March 4, 11AM-12PM Central on Elevating Maintenance with Cartegraph Asset Management & ArcGIS https://opengov.com/resources/smart-parks-smarter-tools-elevating-maintenance-with-cartegraph-asset-management-and-arcgis/?utm_source=Partner&utm_medium=ESRI&utm_content=SmartParks  ... View more

Employees in Oak Hill, West Virginia, are using maps, imagery, and mobile apps to track the development and organization of Needleseye Park, providing stakeholders with greater transparency about the park’s progress. Read the rest of the article here. ... View more

The Syracuse Department of Public Works (DPW) employs a comprehensive and transparent approach to snow removal, using real-time GIS technology to solve operational challenges and ensure efficient service delivery. Read the rest of the article here. ... View more

The Public Works Department for the City of Salem in Oregon has built a robust drone program that offers services ranging from utility inspections to community engagement, all while fully leveraging the latest in GIS technology. Read more in the article online: https://www.esri.com/about/newsroom/blog/salem-public-works-pioneers-drones-as-a-service-program/   ... View more

In Logan, Utah, the Public Works Department (Logan Public Works) serves 55,000 residents and provides services for water (including culinary, storm, and wastewater), fleet, streets, facilities, and engineering groups. Faced with aging technology stacks, the department has recently found success by doubling down on its ArcGIS investment and consolidating technology stacks with a modern asset management system centered on geographic information system (GIS) technology. Read more in the article online: https://www.esri.com/en-us/lg/industry/public-works/stories/enterprise-gis-drives-public-works-efficiencies-city-of-logan   ... View more

I had the privilege to publish two articles in the January issue of the American Public Works Association’s (APWA) magazine, APWA Reporter. This issue is dedicated to Technology. This article on The Most Important Part of Technology Projects is People, aligns with our Path to Geospatial Excellence pillar of Engagement. In the article I discuss the roles of People, Process, and Technology, as well as the concepts of Digital Transformation, Change Management, and Technology Adoption. ... View more

The January issue of the American Public Works Association’s (APWA) magazine, APWA Reporter, is out. This issue is dedicated to Technology. Public Works is a location-based business, as such, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is foundational technology to support the mission. GIS is the mission-critical enterprise IT system that is designed to turn location data into insight that fuels better efficiencies and decision making. The importance of GIS in public works is echoed throughout this month’s magazine. Read the rest of the blog online.   ... View more

Check out this article about how Eagan, MN is using ArcGIS and Microsoft products to modernize their reporting processes. https://apwa.partica.online/reporter/september-2024/pwx/going-from-manual-workflows-to-modern-data-practices-with-live-reports   ... View more

The American Public Works Association’s 2024 PWX Conference was September 8-10 in Atlanta, Georgia. Thousands of Public Works professionals from across the globe convened to learn, share, network, compete, and have some fun supporting the theme of Advancing Quality of Life for All. As we have for decades, Esri was there to support this important event in many ways. We presented, participated in APWA leadership for the newly formed Technology Committee, and met with our partners and users at our booth sharing how GIS is powering Next Generation Public Works. Read more here: https://www.esri.com/en-us/industries/blog/articles/the-esri-experience-at-pwx-2024/ ... View more