Welcome to the first edition of the Federal GIS Forum, a quarterly ESRI newsletter designed to keep you up-to-date on GIS and federal government news.
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In This Issue
Call for Case Studies
GIS for Decision Support in Public Policy Making
The ESRI government industry team is compiling a book for government executives, managers, and elected officials that will make a compelling case for using GIS technology as a strategic tool in decision making. This book will feature case studies submitted by federal, state, and local government GIS professionals and GIS consultants and developers. ESRI invites you to share your success stories and will be accepting submissions through the online submission page. Share your story.
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Special ESRI UC Information
Federal Showcase at the ESRI User Conference
2007 Federal Showcase Update
The Federal Showcase is on track for the 2007 ESRI International User Conference (UC). The showcase will feature U.S. federal agencies and their utilization of GIS technology as well as the data and services they provide. The showcase is a great place to learn about innovative federal initiatives, such as the next census, the Federal Enterprise Architecture, and next-generation land management systems, by hearing from representatives from the agencies themselves.
This year's showcase will feature a demonstration theater where agencies and partner organizations will present innovative applications and strategic initiatives pertaining to federal GIS programs. Additionally, the showcase will be staffed by members of the ESRI federal team who can answer any questions you may have regarding federal GIS initiatives. We look forward to seeing you there!
Contact David Gadsden for more information.
Federal Reception at the ESRI User Conference
Be on the watch for more information about the Federal Reception at the ESRI User Conference, June 18–22, 2007. Special thanks to Michael Baker Corporation for sponsoring the event.
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Grants and Training
Grants
Did you know you can register to receive e-mail notification from ESRI of future grant funding opportunities? Take advantage of this notification system to hear about grant opportunities to further develop your GIS.
Free Live Training Seminars
Did you know ESRI Training and Education routinely holds free live training seminars? View upcoming seminars. View other free training options. Listen to instructional podcasts.
Take your GIS skills to the next level through ESRI Training and Education.
GIS Across America Seminar CD
The videos, presentations, workshops, and other information in this CD are taken from the GIS Across America seminar, in which industry experts show managers and technologists how leading-edge GIS software and services can be integrated across the entire federal enterprise. Request your complimentary copy of ESRI's GIS Across America CD.
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Software News
2010 MAF/TIGER Partnership Add-On for ArcGIS
In support of our government clients, ESRI is partnering with Citygate GIS in the development of the 2010 MAF/TIGER Partnership add-on for ArcGIS. The add-on will be made available at no cost and will support state and local governments participating in the Census Bureau's Master Address File/Topologically Integrated Geographic Encoding and Referencing (MAF/TIGER©) Partnership Software (MTPS) program. The 2010 MAF/TIGER Partnership add-on for ArcGIS will replicate the tasks and functionality of the MAF/TIGER Partnership Software requirements in an ArcGIS Desktop environment.
Districting for ArcGIS Add-On—At No Cost!
The Districting for ArcGIS add-on allows you to create defined groupings of geographic data, such as census tracts, ZIP Codes, and precincts, by creating a districting plan.
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Special Interest Groups and Summits
Join the Public Works Special Interest Group (SIG)
Special interest groups (SIGs) are about sharing and networking with those in your industry including users, vendors, and U.S. or international administrators. Membership is open to all ESRI users, user organizations, and ESRI business partners. Join the Public Works SIG.
Save the Date
The Public Works SIG will hold its first meeting Tuesday, June 19, 2007, during the ESRI User Conference in San Diego, California.
Fifth Annual Survey & Engineering GIS Summit 2007
Both the surveying and engineering industries rely on geographic data, making GIS technology a valuable resource. The ESRI Survey & Engineering GIS Summit is an opportunity for engineers, surveyors, and GIS professionals to learn about the most current applications and solutions. The summit, taking place June 16–19 in San Diego, California, will run concurrently with the ESRI International User Conference.
Read more about the 2007 Survey & Engineering GIS Summit or send an e-mail to surveysummit@esri.com.
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Case Studies
Location, Location, Location
Geographic information systems are powerful tools for visualizing complex problems. But, despite widespread interest, the technology is stalled at the Department of State.
Foreign Service Journal, January 2007, by Carol Christian [PDF-512 KB]
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ESRI Employment Opportunities
Federal Marketing Specialist
Put your knowledge of the federal market to use in this critical position on ESRI's industry solutions team.
Engineering Industry Marketing Specialist
Utilize your years of experience in the engineering field to provide assistance, coordination, and some independent management of ESRI's marketing efforts related to products and services within this market.
Search for additional employment opportunities at http://careers.esri.com/.
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