GIS and GeoAI in the world of Public Works with Adam Carnow and John Shain

The Public Works Nerds

In our 17th episode we talk to two GIS Nerds, Adam Carnow from ESRI and John Shain from Bolton & Menk. In the spirit of the AI movement, which we talk about in this episode, specifically GeoAI, I'm going to let the AI generated episode description say the rest - I usually consider this too wordy to use for the actual episode descriptions and end up writing a more succinct version, but we're going to let you see what the AI machine generated for this episode. Enjoy!
From AI:
Prepare for a riveting journey through the world of GIS as we sit down with industry heavyweights, Adam Carnow from Esri and John Shain from Bolton & Menk. With over five decades of combined experience, these mavens of geospatial analysis provide an illuminating discussion on the disruptive influence of AI in their domain. Discover how AI and GIS are redefining public works, from managing sign installations to tracking homelessness, and explore the far-reaching implications of these advancements for the next 25 years.
Unearth the advantages of cloud-based GIS solutions as Adam and John delve into Esri's innovative solutions developed in collaboration with agencies. Learn about the remarkable ease-of-use of these tools, their plug-and-play features, and the limitless possibilities customization offers. Understand the crucial role of user feedback in making these solutions more robust and efficient. Also, unveil the profound impact of AI applications in GIS, as we dig into machine learning and deep learning models and their impact in public works.
The latter part of our conversation takes you through the fascinating world of real-time data and predictive modeling in disaster preparedness. Take a peek into successful AI implementations like Charlotte, North Carolina Water Department's innovative use of cameras for locating water meters. We also reflect on the evolution of Public Works over the past five decades, acknowledging Esri's instrumental role in propelling AI technology forward. This episode promises to be a captivating discussion on GIS, AI, and their transformative impact on public works. Don't miss out!
Show notes:
I wanted to highlight something that Adam said during the podcast because it highlights GIS's prevalence in Public Works, and government operations as a whole:
"GIS is a mission-critical enterprise business system that supports the full range of public works activities."
Six Focus Areas:
· Operations & Maintenance
· Streets, Roads, & Bridges
· Capital Project Design & Engineering
· Field & Fleet Management
· Public Grounds & Facilities
· Emergency Response
Additional links:
APWA Reporter – AI: Friend or Foe? https://apwa.partica.online/reporter/july-2023/marketplace/ai-friend-or-foe
APWA NC Newsletter – Why You Need to Know About GeoAI for Public Works
https://northcarolina.apwa.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/41/2023/06/APWA-Newsletter-2023-June_6-15-23.pdf
NACo Blog: Everything You Need to Know About Artificial Intelligence & GIS
https://www.naco.org/blog/everything-you-need-know-about-artificial-intelligence-and-gis
County Innovates Using GeoAI to Inventory ADA Curb Ramps and Saving Significant Time and Money
https://www.esri.com/en-us/lg/industry/public-works/stories/county-innovates-using-geoai-to-inventory-ada-curb-ramps-saving-significant-time-money

Chapter

1. GIS and GeoAI in the world of Public Works with Adam Carnow and John Shain (00:00:00)

2. GIS in Public Works (00:00:01)

3. Advantages of Cloud-Based GIS Solutions (00:16:06)

4. AI Applications in GIS (00:30:40)

5. Benefits of AI in Geospatial Analysis (00:37:44)

6. AI in GIS and Real-Time Data (00:46:49)

7. Predictive Modeling in Disaster Preparedness (00:56:31)

8. Company Focus (01:01:49)