In the dynamic world of GIS, staying up-to-date with evolving technologies is paramount. If you’re using Esri’s Web AppBuilder (WAB), it’s time to take note of the retirement timeline and plan your transition for a seamless web mapping experience. Key Dates to Remember WAB Developer Edition: It’s important to mark your calendar for July 2024. […]
In today’s complex business environment, effective asset management is crucial for organisations across many industries. Properly managing and maintaining assets not only ensures operational efficiency but also helps optimise resource allocation and reduce costs. Below we explore the critical role Geospatial Technologies plays in asset management and how it can unlock significant benefits for businesses. […]
Running a robust and efficient GIS requires expertise, resources, and consistent monitoring. At GBS, we understand the challenges organisations face in managing their GIS environments effectively. That’s why we offer GIS Managed Services as part of our comprehensive GBS Support Programme (GSP). Reduce Downtime and Proactively Address Issues: With GBS as your outsourced GIS System […]
GBS at the Esri Partner Conference and Developer Summit 2023: Key Learnings GBS attended the Esri Partner Conference (EPC) and Dev Summit in Palm Springs this March. As a key provider of Esri consulting, development, and support services, as well as an Esri Gold Partner, it’s an important event for GBS to attend. The event […]
GBS Highlights of 2022 Here we are at the end of another year, one that has felt a bit different when compared to the previous two. With borders open and lockdowns a thing of the past, GBS and the team settled into a new version of normal. Looking ahead to 2023, it’s always good practice […]
A Short History Celebrating 20 Years GBS – 20 Years On – Since 2002 Before GBS – The Mid to late ‘90s. Before GBS, there was GTU (a subsidiary of Auckland UniServices) and GTL (when GTU left UniServices), followed by a bit of sole trading by the GBS principals. GTU was where Harley and […]
Alicia has joined the GBS team as an Esri Technical Consultant. After gaining her BSc Honours in Agricultural Engineering (Spain) along with a MSc in Natural Resource Management (UK), Alicia discovered GIS. Following some experience in environmental planning, the versatility of GIS tools captured her interest. Alicia comes to GBS with valuable experience working in […]
Point of Care Testing – The where, why, and how? The District Health Boards for Auckland, Manukau, Waitemata and Northland (Northern Region DHBs) with the support of the Northern Regional Alliance (NRA), collectively serve a community of approximately 1.9 million people of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds. DHBs are expected to show a sense […]
COVID certainly poses challenges when organisations try to maintain their company culture – especially when it was thriving previous to COVID. Yes the world has changed, and like most, we’ve changed with it. With flexible work locations (when not compelled to stay home), and flexible hours, maintaining that interaction can be a little harder despite […]
GBS recently completed a project for Auckland Council, the largest local authority in New Zealand, and one of the largest in Oceania. Responsible for maintaining the city’s infrastructure, Auckland Council also administers approximately 1.7 million people, and is responsible for the region’s biosecurity and biodiversity. Old Tech, New Complexities Previously, Auckland Council had been utilising […]