Geospatial Engineering & GIS Modernization

DNAID’s Geospatial Division helps cities, utilities, and public agencies build sustainable, modern GIS programs. Led by senior GIS architect Joel Marshall, we specialize in ArcGIS Enterprise/Online modernization, data governance, automation, and clear, maintainable workflows.

🛰 Our GIS Capabilities

ArcGIS Enterprise & Online Architecture

  • System design & modernization

  • Upgrades, migrations, and security hardening

  • Hosting server, portal, datastore configuration

  • DMZ / cloud / hybrid architectures

Data Governance & Architecture

  • Schema design, domains, and metadata

  • Data dictionaries and documentation

  • Naming conventions and content standards

  • Multi-departmental governance models

Web Mapping & Applications

  • Citywide web viewers

  • Dashboards and mobile workflows

  • Experience Builder and Instant Apps

  • ArcGIS Hub initiatives

Automation & Integrations

  • Python tools and ETL pipelines

  • Cloud deployments (AWS)

  • Database management (Postgres/SQL Server)

  • Parcel/address framework integrations

GIS Program Development

  • Strategic planning

  • Staff training

  • SOPs & governance policies

  • Long-term modernization roadmaps

📚 Deliverables You Can Expect

  • Clean, reorganized AGOL

  • Data dictionaries & governance plans

  • Department-specific workflows

  • Department or citywide GIS viewers

  • Training materials and SOPs

  • Scripted automation & ETL tools

  • Cloud or enterprise configuration documentation

👤 Lead Geospatial Architect: Joel Marshall

With 15+ years developing enterprise GIS systems, Joel brings deep experience helping local governments modernize ArcGIS environments, build sustainable workflows, and streamline geospatial infrastructure. His expertise spans system architecture, automation, application development, and data modeling.