GCS, a trusted leader in GIS consulting and ArcGIS professional services, has been an Esri business partner for over 20 years, delivering innovative solutions to Tribal governments. With extensive expertise in ArcGIS technology, GCS empowers Tribes to manage land, resources, and cultural heritage efficiently. ArcGIS enables Tribal governments to optimize land management, improve infrastructure planning, and enhance environmental conservation through precise geospatial analysis.
Explore GCS Project Examples Showcasing High-Quality Geospatial Solutions
Web-Based Mapping App for Indigenous Conservation
Indigenous Vision (IV) partnered with GCS to develop a web-based mapping application showcasing cultural conservation areas near Chief Mountain. This project integrates geospatial data and custom cartographic displays for stakeholders. IV, a nonprofit founded in 2015, aims to empower Indigenous communities through education and cultural preservation across North America.
NextGen Forestry App Revolutionizes Timber Management
GCS collaborated with the Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes to create the NextGen Forestry Timber Cruising application, enhancing timber management on 1.3 million acres. Utilizing ArcGIS technology, it offers tools for data collection, reporting, and sustainable forest management, promoting economic development while respecting cultural heritage.
Fort Peck Assiniboine & Sioux Tribes: Comprehensive GIS Needs Assessment by GCS
GCS conducted an Enterprise GIS Needs Assessment for the Fort Peck Reservation, evaluating tribal government units to enhance resource management and ROI over five years. Key findings included recommendations for adopting ArcGIS Server, improving IT infrastructure, and prioritizing personnel training. Implementation was delayed despite tribal council approval due to internal dynamics.
GCS Provides ArcGIS Support to Nooksack Tribe and Fort Belknap Indian Community
GCS provided expert guidance in ArcGIS technology to the Nooksack Tribe and the Fort Belknap Indian Community, enhancing their geospatial capabilities. For the Nooksack Tribe, GCS delivered three days of onsite support for ArcGIS software setup and data organization, empowering them to achieve their mapping and data management goals efficiently.
Custom ArcGIS Web Application for Water Quality Data Management
GCS has launched a custom web application for the Kalispel Tribe’s Natural Resource Department, offering real-time water quality data access through an SOA and REST API. Key features include efficient search tools, summary reports, interactive graphs, and a user-friendly interface with online help resources, enhancing environmental monitoring and decision-making capabilities.
GeoMarc® Solution for the US ArmyNight Vision and Electronic Sensors Directorate
GCS has launched the SmartData™ Project, enhancing the US Army’s geospatial intelligence through real-time watermarking of UAV video, using GeoMarc® technology. This solution embeds vital geospatial data in video frames, improving target recognition and situational awareness for operators. Ongoing evaluations aim to bolster tactical operations and intelligence sharing capabilities.
GCS’s tailored solutions help streamline decision-making, increase productivity, and ensure sustainable growth for Tribal communities. By leveraging ArcGIS, Tribes can protect their resources while fostering economic development.
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