You are here News & Events Blogs Esri Australia blog Esri Australia blog AllEsri techData-driven decisionsDigital transformationDisruptive innovationGIS in Education Data-driven decisions An inter-agency approach to national security The United States Border Patrol's interoperable GIS solution enables authorities like the FBI to collaborate on multi-state missions. Learn how this approach is making significant progress towards a truly integrated cross-agency geospatial system. Learn more Data-driven decisions The secret weapon against drug trafficking Assistant Chief Patrick Stewart from United States Border Patrol shares how GIS helped authorities seize two million pounds of cannabis. Learn more Digital transformation 3 ways location-based analytics makes New York more liveable For a modern city to function efficiently, location data is core to transparent and effective decision-making. Dr Amen Ra Mashariki explains the role that location analytics plays in improving the lives of New York residents. Learn more Digital transformation 3 fundamentals for leading a smart cities program Councils slow to translate smart city thinking into effectual actions risk loss of private investment, state and federal funding, and tech-connected citizens' equanimity. These three factors are delivering fast wins to council leaders. Learn more Digital transformation Top 5 mining geospatial tech trends A new wave of automation is improving worker safety, raising productivity, and reducing operational costs in Australia's mining operations. See how advanced geospatial technology is helping organisations improve efficiencies at all levels organisation-wide. Learn more Disruptive innovation Satellite kitchens become the new online retail Technology has already disrupted commercial real estate once with the advent of online trading. Now, location intelligence is changing the game when it comes to commercial space for restaurants. Learn more Data-driven decisions Students use GIS to track cattle movements A new program has launched in Australia where students use GIS technology to track herd movement and work with emerging agri-tech to bridge the digital divide. Learn more Data-driven decisions Esri Young Scholar 2017 - a year in review Since winning the Australian Esri Young Scholar Award in 2017, Alan Pearse has been working on several projects as well as getting stuck in to his university studies. We caught up with him to chat about what he's been working on over the last year, and what's on the horizon. Learn more Digital transformation How to optimise utility asset value with GIS Location-based analytics plays a key role in helping organisations optimise their network infrastructure management. Find out how a business process called reliability-centred maintenance is driving the success of utilities around the world. Learn more Disruptive innovation SmarterWX 2.0 release tips and tricks The release of SmarterWX 2.0 includes enhancements to streamline public works planning, such as Live Connect, Planiter integration and a software developers' API. In this overview of what's new Gary Johnson shares tips to help get the most out of the platform. Learn more Data-driven decisions Big spatial data keeping maritime safety afloat Recent advances in Geographic Information System (GIS) technology and Cloud computing allow organisations to take advantage of big spatial datasets with relative ease. See how quickly it can analyse millions of shipping data records. Learn more Digital transformation Utility network modelling with ArcGIS 10.6 The new Utility Network Management extension brings advanced support for utilities to model, view, manage and analyse networks, preparing for real-world events and resulting in more efficient network management. Learn more Data-driven decisions Big spatial data and Cloud computing Recent advances in Cloud technology and distributed computing with GIS server software can significantly reduce the time needed to process big spatial data. See how the technology handles millions of geocoded address database records. Learn more Digital transformation Apps for fast, accurate fire cladding audits In the wake of the Grenfell Tower disaster, Australia is on notice to complete fire cladding audits to identify at-risk buildings. A common operating picture is essential for completing surveys quickly and accurately. Learn more Esri tech Speculative design for mobile GIS without a map With the majority of websites now viewed on mobile devices, map designers need to find new ways to convey spatial information. Is it possible to deliver a fulfilling user experience without showing a map? Learn more Esri tech GIS health check - preparing for growth A regular health check of your GIS environment can identify issues and make recommendations for future capacity and capability, safeguarding your organisation. Learn more Digital transformation 5 tips for GIS success in your organisation What are the factors that set successful GIS strategies apart? Find out the key steps that help organisations drive GIS as a business-critical platform, gaining high adoption and making a real difference to decision making. Learn more Digital transformation Digital transformation for local government The most successful leaders in digital transformation are equipped with the tools and resources to help them make decisions and effect change that improves efficiency, performance and profitability. Learn more GIS in Education Key elements to success for GIS in education US-based educator Joseph Kerski shares his insights into the key elements that can ensure successful implementation of GIS into education institutions, empowering students to solve real-world problems. Learn more Data-driven decisions WA Deepwater Horizon emergency simulation Exercise Ningaloo Challenge was Australia's largest-ever offshore oil spill emergency exercise. ArcGIS allowed responders to work from a common operating system enabling them to manage and analyse data in real time. Learn more Digital transformation UX design for GIS apps: creating the new Queensland Globe To help DNRM upgrade the Queensland Globe interactive map, Esri Australia's UX design team applied digital anthropology to deliver a seamless, intuitive user experience. Learn more Data-driven decisions Real-time fieldwork solutions for Main Roads Western Australia With multiple features combined into one tool, field staff can record their findings on asset inspections, damage assessment, database management and report live updates without the need for software engineers or GIS specialists. Learn more Digital transformation City of Adelaide responds to Grenfell Tower inferno Following the catastrophic Grenfell Tower inferno in the UK, the City of Adelaide completed a comprehensive audit of non-compliant cladding on its buildings in record time using mobile GIS apps. Learn more Disruptive innovation Super-charge your geospatial platform with IoT data Adding a location aspect to your IoT data opens up the potential to optimise systems and processes, save time and costs as well as improve the quality of operations. Learn more Data-driven decisions The Sturt Gorge web map transforming conservation efforts What began as a spatial solution to a problem for an organisation with a limited budget quickly evolved into a blueprint for a wide-reaching conservation tool that could transform parks management and conservation. Learn more Data-driven decisions Crowd-sourced data helps WA government improve road safety The Western Australia state government is leveraging data captured by members of the community to assist with road safety planning aimed at reducing road fatalities. Learn more Data-driven decisions Virtual Reality for smart cities and urban planning Virtual Reality (VR) is transforming the way citizens and city administrators interact with new developments, through the unique perspective of 3D models that show what the eye cannot see. Learn more Data-driven decisions Ozri 2017: The Science of Where brought to life across 3 cities More than a thousand delegates gathered for the Australian Esri User Conference, hearing about the latest in GIS technology from international and local presenters. Laura Berman shares her highlights from the day. Learn more Digital transformation What are the five factors that define smart communities? Most smart community discussions focus on technology, innovation, digital, connectivity, data and real-time sensors. With such a wide range of factors, how can you tell if your community is smart? Learn more Data-driven decisions Gaining insights from multidimensional data The world is a huge, constantly changing system that is as unpredictable as it is beautiful. Through advanced scientific technology we can record information about our planet in near real-time. Learn more
Data-driven decisions An inter-agency approach to national security The United States Border Patrol's interoperable GIS solution enables authorities like the FBI to collaborate on multi-state missions. Learn how this approach is making significant progress towards a truly integrated cross-agency geospatial system. Learn more
Data-driven decisions The secret weapon against drug trafficking Assistant Chief Patrick Stewart from United States Border Patrol shares how GIS helped authorities seize two million pounds of cannabis. Learn more
Digital transformation 3 ways location-based analytics makes New York more liveable For a modern city to function efficiently, location data is core to transparent and effective decision-making. Dr Amen Ra Mashariki explains the role that location analytics plays in improving the lives of New York residents. Learn more
Digital transformation 3 fundamentals for leading a smart cities program Councils slow to translate smart city thinking into effectual actions risk loss of private investment, state and federal funding, and tech-connected citizens' equanimity. These three factors are delivering fast wins to council leaders. Learn more
Digital transformation Top 5 mining geospatial tech trends A new wave of automation is improving worker safety, raising productivity, and reducing operational costs in Australia's mining operations. See how advanced geospatial technology is helping organisations improve efficiencies at all levels organisation-wide. Learn more
Disruptive innovation Satellite kitchens become the new online retail Technology has already disrupted commercial real estate once with the advent of online trading. Now, location intelligence is changing the game when it comes to commercial space for restaurants. Learn more
Data-driven decisions Students use GIS to track cattle movements A new program has launched in Australia where students use GIS technology to track herd movement and work with emerging agri-tech to bridge the digital divide. Learn more
Data-driven decisions Esri Young Scholar 2017 - a year in review Since winning the Australian Esri Young Scholar Award in 2017, Alan Pearse has been working on several projects as well as getting stuck in to his university studies. We caught up with him to chat about what he's been working on over the last year, and what's on the horizon. Learn more
Digital transformation How to optimise utility asset value with GIS Location-based analytics plays a key role in helping organisations optimise their network infrastructure management. Find out how a business process called reliability-centred maintenance is driving the success of utilities around the world. Learn more
Disruptive innovation SmarterWX 2.0 release tips and tricks The release of SmarterWX 2.0 includes enhancements to streamline public works planning, such as Live Connect, Planiter integration and a software developers' API. In this overview of what's new Gary Johnson shares tips to help get the most out of the platform. Learn more
Data-driven decisions Big spatial data keeping maritime safety afloat Recent advances in Geographic Information System (GIS) technology and Cloud computing allow organisations to take advantage of big spatial datasets with relative ease. See how quickly it can analyse millions of shipping data records. Learn more
Digital transformation Utility network modelling with ArcGIS 10.6 The new Utility Network Management extension brings advanced support for utilities to model, view, manage and analyse networks, preparing for real-world events and resulting in more efficient network management. Learn more
Data-driven decisions Big spatial data and Cloud computing Recent advances in Cloud technology and distributed computing with GIS server software can significantly reduce the time needed to process big spatial data. See how the technology handles millions of geocoded address database records. Learn more
Digital transformation Apps for fast, accurate fire cladding audits In the wake of the Grenfell Tower disaster, Australia is on notice to complete fire cladding audits to identify at-risk buildings. A common operating picture is essential for completing surveys quickly and accurately. Learn more
Esri tech Speculative design for mobile GIS without a map With the majority of websites now viewed on mobile devices, map designers need to find new ways to convey spatial information. Is it possible to deliver a fulfilling user experience without showing a map? Learn more
Esri tech GIS health check - preparing for growth A regular health check of your GIS environment can identify issues and make recommendations for future capacity and capability, safeguarding your organisation. Learn more
Digital transformation 5 tips for GIS success in your organisation What are the factors that set successful GIS strategies apart? Find out the key steps that help organisations drive GIS as a business-critical platform, gaining high adoption and making a real difference to decision making. Learn more
Digital transformation Digital transformation for local government The most successful leaders in digital transformation are equipped with the tools and resources to help them make decisions and effect change that improves efficiency, performance and profitability. Learn more
GIS in Education Key elements to success for GIS in education US-based educator Joseph Kerski shares his insights into the key elements that can ensure successful implementation of GIS into education institutions, empowering students to solve real-world problems. Learn more
Data-driven decisions WA Deepwater Horizon emergency simulation Exercise Ningaloo Challenge was Australia's largest-ever offshore oil spill emergency exercise. ArcGIS allowed responders to work from a common operating system enabling them to manage and analyse data in real time. Learn more
Digital transformation UX design for GIS apps: creating the new Queensland Globe To help DNRM upgrade the Queensland Globe interactive map, Esri Australia's UX design team applied digital anthropology to deliver a seamless, intuitive user experience. Learn more
Data-driven decisions Real-time fieldwork solutions for Main Roads Western Australia With multiple features combined into one tool, field staff can record their findings on asset inspections, damage assessment, database management and report live updates without the need for software engineers or GIS specialists. Learn more
Digital transformation City of Adelaide responds to Grenfell Tower inferno Following the catastrophic Grenfell Tower inferno in the UK, the City of Adelaide completed a comprehensive audit of non-compliant cladding on its buildings in record time using mobile GIS apps. Learn more
Disruptive innovation Super-charge your geospatial platform with IoT data Adding a location aspect to your IoT data opens up the potential to optimise systems and processes, save time and costs as well as improve the quality of operations. Learn more
Data-driven decisions The Sturt Gorge web map transforming conservation efforts What began as a spatial solution to a problem for an organisation with a limited budget quickly evolved into a blueprint for a wide-reaching conservation tool that could transform parks management and conservation. Learn more
Data-driven decisions Crowd-sourced data helps WA government improve road safety The Western Australia state government is leveraging data captured by members of the community to assist with road safety planning aimed at reducing road fatalities. Learn more
Data-driven decisions Virtual Reality for smart cities and urban planning Virtual Reality (VR) is transforming the way citizens and city administrators interact with new developments, through the unique perspective of 3D models that show what the eye cannot see. Learn more
Data-driven decisions Ozri 2017: The Science of Where brought to life across 3 cities More than a thousand delegates gathered for the Australian Esri User Conference, hearing about the latest in GIS technology from international and local presenters. Laura Berman shares her highlights from the day. Learn more
Digital transformation What are the five factors that define smart communities? Most smart community discussions focus on technology, innovation, digital, connectivity, data and real-time sensors. With such a wide range of factors, how can you tell if your community is smart? Learn more
Data-driven decisions Gaining insights from multidimensional data The world is a huge, constantly changing system that is as unpredictable as it is beautiful. Through advanced scientific technology we can record information about our planet in near real-time. Learn more
