Abstract

Field Asset Management Solutions
Track: Public Works
Authors: Blake Holub, Brian Gober, Tim Abdella

The DowntownDC Business Improvement District developed a solution that integrates a functioning database using ArcGIS, a mobile field application using the iOS platform and an Amazon cloud-based server which allows us to enhance GIS mapping, reporting tools and monitoring capabilities. Prior to this information was inconsistent, inaccurate or unorganized preventing limiting its usefulness. We currently manage 34GIS assets and location layers which serve as a foundation to what we do daily which is now aided by this technology. As a result, we are able to report problems on 48 different assets with up to 63 conditions representing nearly 10,000 assets and conditions throughout the DBID. Using the software, customized tools and mobile devices we are able to enhance the perspective of the public space, analyze data, produce maps, and most importantly improve decision making. Utilizing this technology can better assist other BIDs to better share data, collaborate, and improve information.