Abstract
Synergizing Field Operations, GIS, and Hansen: Fort Lauderdale
Track: Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater
Author(s): Jon Stahl, Shannon Geegan, Kathy Brown-Wynn
The City of Fort Lauderdale currently uses Esri GIS for visualization and analysis of their water distribution system (the �what�), and also uses Hansen�s CMMS to manage assets in the water distribution system (the �activity�). Both systems individually benefit the utility; however the real value is created by linking the data and leveraging these strengths. This paper will detail how Fort Lauderdale created � and is executing � a hands-on condition assessment program for assets in the water distribution system which physically assesses valves and hydrants in the field, links assessment data directly into Esri GIS (physical attributes) AND Hansen�s CMMS, and finally how they have leveraged the synergy of both systems. Successfully integrating all this information has created a robust and seamless workflow between field operations, GIS, and Hansen. Successes, challenges, and best practices will be discussed.
Jon Stahl
Fort Lauderdale Public Works
949 NW 38th St.
Fort Lauderdale , Florida 33309
United States
Phone: 954-828-7830
E-mail: jstahl@fortlauderdale.gov
Shannon Geegan
Wachs Utility Services
600 Knightsbridge Pkwy
Lincolnshire , Illinois 60069
United States
Phone: 847/484-2679
Fax: 847/484-2671
E-mail: sgeegan@wachsus.com
Kathy Brown-Wynn
Fort Lauderdale Public Works
949 NW 38th St.
Fort Lauderdale , Florida 33309
United States
Phone: 954-828-7892
E-mail: kbrown-wynn@fortlauderdale.gov