The Community in Action (video)

This impactful video was presented on opening day of InSPIRE, which was held in Charlotte, North Carolina, on November 16 & 17, 2023.

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North Carolina GIS – A Roadmap for State Coordination

With a mission to advance the use of GIS as a tool for better decision-making in North Carolina, the Center for Geographic Information & Analysis (CGIA) coordinates statewide geospatial initiatives to create, access, and apply geographic data and technology. Join this session to learn about standards and best practices, the NC OneMap, and other initiatives.

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Taxonomies, Ontologies, and Schema's, Oh My!

How do taxonomies, ontologies, and data schemas make or break GIS? The Infrastructure Data Taxonomy (IDT), SARCOP v9 Data Schema, and OGC Standards will provide examples of best practices in data organization, naming, and interoperability.

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Riding the Data Highway: GIS Use in Transportation

Participants will learn how NCDOT is utilizing GIS to increase efficiencies for post-incident damage reporting to FEMA, and how communities are leveraging mobile mapping capabilities from HERE to support all phases of a disaster.

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Uniting the Community: A Look into South Carolina's Emergency Joint Response

South Carolina agencies face a diverse geographic and hazard environment, from flooding in Charleston to complex search and rescue operations in the upstate region. See how SC-TF1 utilizes GIS for operations, and how SCDEM uses GIS for preparedness activities and outreach.

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Research in Public Safety

What research is being conducted in GIS and technology for public safety? MIT Lincoln Labs, Indiana University, and the University of NC at Charlotte will showcase some of their current research within public safety, and they will host a panel discussion with the audience on future research needs and priorities.

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Pulling Back the SARCOP Curtain (video)

Learn how the Search and Rescue Common Operating Platform (SARCOP) system was built, how the platform intakes and manages data, and how you can use components from this platform in your own projects.

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Shaping and Sizing Esri and Microsoft Collaboration Tools

Esri and Microsoft have a variety of collaboration tools that work separately and also can be integrated. The low/no code interface for these tools allows users to rapidly create powerful collaboration solutions that support more informed decision making. Dewberry will display actual implementations and practical considerations for leveraging these tools.

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Harnessing the Power of AI for Disaster Response & Preparedness

The rapid advancement of technology promises to change the world of emergency management. See how AI, large language models, generative AI, and complementary technology can reshape traditional emergency management processes. Also, you will take a look at research on complex processes such as preliminary damage assessments, housing inspections, and areas of impact.

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Navigating the Flames: Unlocking the Power of GIS for the Local Fire Service

Fire GIS extends beyond mapping fire hydrants. This session will highlight how the Charlotte Fire Department, Charlottesville Fire Department, and the International Association of Fire Chiefs have adopted geospatial tools and analysis to enhance their operations.

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Navigating Resilience and Climate Data

Participants will engage in real-world planning scenarios to demonstrate how to discover, interrogate, interpret, and leverage community resilience and climate data while ensuring equity in decision-making related to present disasters and future climate change conditions. Participants will also learn how to create community resilience partnerships to enhance grant application success.

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Local GIS for Law Enforcement

GIS for Law Enforcement has traditionally only been used for crime analysis. However, agencies are starting to utilize GIS in new and innovative ways. Learn how the Cornelius Police Department is using GIS in their Maritime Division, and how the Montgomery County Police Department uses GIS across their entire agency. You’ll also get a look at the importance of using secure, centralized, and high-quality data in all of your GIS applications.

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Behind the Scenes of the Search and Rescue Common Operating Platform (SARCOP)

A dive into the backend and inner workings of the Search and Rescue Common Operating Platform. Learn how the SARCOP system was built, how the platform intakes and manages data, and how you can use components from this platform in your own projects.

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Geo-Enabling the Search & Rescue Community

This keynote presentation provides an in-depth look at South Carolina's emergency response strategies, with a focus on search and rescue operations during major disasters such as hurricanes. The session will highlight the importance of rapid assessments, multi-agency collaboration, and innovative solutions for overcoming operational challenges in the field.

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Building the NAPSG Community

Building a geospatial community and providing remote geospatial support have proven to be a force multiplier on recent disasters. Jeff Baranyi, Esri, and Jared Doke, NAPSG Foundation, will lead an interactive workshop to dive into the NAPSG Community, how it supports local agencies, and how you can build your own network.

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Field Data Collection: More Than Just Survey123

This session will cover the different methods of field data collection commonly used by first responders for pre-planning and response. We will discuss the primary purpose and differences between QuickCapture, Survey123, Field Maps, and Location Sharing. We will also equip first responders with the knowledge and language to communicate their field data collection needs to their GIS staff.

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GIS for Public and Environmental Health

What have we learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic on data management, privacy, and organization? Presenters Frank Winters and Byron Lobsinger will cover the importance of data principles, such as anonymization, aggregation, etc., and show how that data can be utilized by different agencies.

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Local GIS Use for Communications

How is GIS used in traditional communications and Next Generation 911 (NG911)? In this session, Charles Laird shows how GIS can improve traditional first responder communications planning processes, and Peter Hanna will provide a NG911 101 brief on the importance and use of GIS.

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