Migrating to ArcGIS Enterprise: A Step-by-Step Guide
- The transition to using ArcGIS at the enterprise level is a significant step towards improving the management and analysis of geographic data in a more efficient and effective manner within the scope of the beneficiary organization. Similarly, the transition from using ArcGIS individually to using it at the enterprise level requires several strategic and technical steps:
- Needs and resources assessment: Before transitioning, it is important to assess the current and future needs of the organization for geographic data and analytics. Available resources, such as information technology infrastructure and technical skills of employees, should also be considered.
- Choosing the appropriate system: ArcGIS offers several options for organizations, such as ArcGIS Enterprise or ArcGIS Online. The system that suits the needs and budget of the organization should be chosen.
- Training and professional development: Adequate training should be provided to employees to ensure their effective use of the new system.
- Information technology infrastructure preparation: Transitioning to an institutional system may require updates or improvements to the information technology infrastructure, including servers, storage, and security.
- Data transfer and integration: Data must be transferred from individual systems to the institutional system and integrated with other information systems in the organization.
- Data and security management: It is important to establish policies and procedures for data and security management, including access to data, storage, and sharing.
- Continuous support and maintenance: Continuous technical support and maintenance must be provided to the system to ensure its stability and high performance.
- Performance evaluation and continuous improvement: After the transition, it is important to monitor the system’s performance and collect feedback from users to identify areas that may need improvement.#gis#datamanagement#dataanalysis