GraniteNet from CUES, Inc., assists water utility workers perform CCTV inspections to assess and analyze asset conditions. GraniteNet Advanced is used in the Camera Truck to collect the data for inspections, while GraniteNet Viewer is available for other organizational staff to view the inspection information in their office environment. One of the features in GraniteNet Viewer is an Inspection Observation Diagram, available from the Mainline Observation Navigator pane.

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When working with spatial data in ArcGIS, maintaining the accuracy and consistency of the data is crucial. One effective way to achieve this is through the use of topology. Topology in ArcGIS manages spatial relationships between features and ensures data integrity by identifying and correcting errors such as misplaced boundaries or disconnected features. What is Topology? Topology refers to the arrangement of how features share geometry in spatial data. In ArcGIS, it plays a

Organizations often rely heavily on CAD files to display and manage their utility network systems. This reliance typically stems from a lack of staff or resources to maintain the data in a Geographic Information System (GIS). However, by migrating CAD data into a GIS environment, water utilities, local governments, and campuses can leverage powerful geospatial tools like ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online to update and maintain their networks more efficiently. Here are some tips an

Esri’s Capital Project Planning Solution will kick start your city’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) by deploying maps, apps, and layers in just minutes. In this blog, we will provide an overview of the solution and demonstrate how it can be used to plan efficient infrastructure improvements. Additionally, we will show how it enables collaboration between city departments and the public. What is Capital Project Planning? A Capital Improvement Plan is a tool used by governments

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Introduction Data collection in the field can be stressful when dealing with the unpredictable environments and weather conditions field crews may encounter. With traditional clipboards and paper, any number of mistakes can be made – and transferring this data into a digital system is not only duplicative, it can also be a challenge. ArcGIS Field Maps provides users with the ability to streamline data collection and ensure quality data is being collected in the field. Field M

Power Automate is one of my favorite options for automating GIS workflows. Getting started using Power Automate with ArcGIS is a breeze by using the pre-made templates for basic workflows using the ArcGIS connector or the ArcGIS Survey123 connector to interact with feature layers, geocoding, and survey forms. Over the last year as I’ve been using Power Automate for myself and our clients, a recurring issue kept Popping up with connections to ArcGIS. The maximum time a token u

The Chromium 127 update coming in July 2024, affecting Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge, will remove mutation events. This will disrupt ArcGIS Enterprise portals in versions 11.2 and earlier. Users must either install patches that will be released by Esri to avoid issues such as blank navigation bars or upgrade to ArcGIS Enterprise 11.3. See the Portal for ArcGIS Application Display Patch page for more information on the status of patches for supported ArcGIS Enterprise versi

In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, ensuring the safety and security of school environments is paramount. One innovative approach gaining traction is the integration of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for emergency response. By utilizing platforms like ArcGIS Indoors, schools can significantly enhance their preparedness and response strategies. This blog will take a closer look at how GIS technology can transform emergency management in educational setti

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Maximizing NG911 Data Integrity with ArcGIS Pro Attribute Rules Having clean NG9-1-1 data is crucial to emergency response entities because it ensures they receive accurate locational information which can lead to faster response times and in turn can save lives. In the world of GIS, attribute rules within ArcGIS Pro play a significant role in upholding this data integrity, particularly when applied to NG9-1-1 datasets. Ensuring accuracy, consistency, and efficiency, attribut

Reflecting on the year 2000, when I was just 11 years old, I remember the conversations about Y2K and how its potential for digital disaster seemed to be on everyone's mind. At the same time, there was a lot of excitement about the potential power of the internet and digital revolution. Fast forward 24 years and now almost all data is stored digitally in some way, shape, or form. We now have software that harnesses the power of our digital data, connecting various systems thr

Woodford County, situated in the heart of Central Illinois farmland, serves over 35,000 residents and manages 159 miles of roads. The Woodford County Highway Department, with its 11 staff members, has taken a proactive approach to infrastructure management by deploying a web-based GIS asset management system (AMS) using ArcGIS Online, developed by Cloudpoint Geospatial. This system consolidates and streamlines asset inventories, enabling efficient planning and data-driven dec

The Trimble DA2 is a fantastic tool to upgrade the location accuracy of your utilities. Pairing this device with Esri’s Field Maps application allows you to collect new features and update existing data in your ArcGIS Online web map. Today, I will give a brief introduction to this device and how it can improve your workflows. The DA2 uses the Trimble Catalyst subscription which offers a variety of precision levels depending on what price point works best for you. View the pri

Utility network diagrams serve as visual representations that simplify and symbolically illustrate the components and connections within a utility network, allowing users to focus on critical devices or specific network elements. Unlike traditional geographic views, network diagrams offer a more streamlined and schematic approach, enhancing data management and analysis, especially in complex network environments. These diagrams are based on specific templates and layouts, wit

It is official: Esri has announced that ArcGIS Web AppBuilder will be retired by the end of 2024 and replaced with ArcGIS Experience Builder. All apps built in Web App Builder will need to be rebuilt in Experience Builder, which means it’s time to revitalize your existing web applications and take advantage of the new and exciting features that Experience Builder has to offer. One of the new features that is unique to Experience Builder is the ability to create Sections with