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AI Needs GIS
By John Brosowsky, SVP of Innovation, GeoComm Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping PSAP operations. From handling non-emergency calls to enabling real-time 9-1-1 transcription, translation, keyword detection, and call taker assistance, AI is becoming an integral part of modern emergency communications. But AI is not inherently intelligent; it identifies patterns and relationships within the information it has been trained on...
GeoComm and geoConvergence Announce Partnership to Support the Future of Indoor Mapping
Partnership highlights the increasing role of accurate indoor maps, GIS data, and public safety grade location intelligence in emergency response, school safety, and facility operations. ST. CLOUD, Minn., July 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GeoComm, the nation’s leader in public safety grade location intelligence, today announced a new partnership with geoConvergence, a GIS consulting firm based in Bloomington, Indiana....
GeoComm Launches Map Converter to Accelerate the Conversion of Static Floorplans into Response Ready Indoor GIS Data
New public safety grade solution accelerates static floorplan-to-GIS conversion, helping public safety, school safety, healthcare, and critical infrastructure organizations improve situational awareness, coordination, and response readiness ST. CLOUD, Minn. – June 24, 2026 – GeoComm, leading provider of public safety grade location data and mapping solutions, today announced GeoComm Map Converter, a new solution designed to help organizations...
Southwest Minnesota: Digital Geographic Information System Mapping & 9-1-1 Emergency Response
Overview In 2023, the Southwest Minnesota Emergency Communications Board (SWECB) partnered with GeoComm to launch an indoor mapping pilot project. This digital geographic information system mapping initiative transformed critical infrastructure buildings into GIS-powered indoor maps, providing first responders with precise, real-time location intelligence and the school mapping data needed to ensure effective emergency response. The...
FCC NG9-1-1 Order: Progress, Challenges & What’s Next for Public Safety GIS
Where Are We Now in the NG9-1-1 Transition? On March 25, 2025, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued a Public Notice announcing final approval by the U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) of the FCC’s July 2024 Report and Order advancing the transition to Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1). While this is a definite step...
NSGIC 3DEP FTN Interest Group Meeting
March 25, 2025 GeoComm Vertical Location Services: Enhancing Emergency Response with 3D Elevation Data When every second counts, knowing where an emergency caller is located—including their vertical position—is critical for first responders. GeoComm’s Vertical Location Services leverage digital elevation models to provide precise altitude data, helping emergency teams determine the correct floor, underground level, or...
GIS-powered Critical Incident Mapping Helps Minnesota First Responders Reach a Medical Emergency Victim in Seconds
JACKSON COUNTY, Minn., March 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A life-threatening medical emergency at a Jackson County high school on October 3rd, 2024 put First Responders to the test when a student suffered a medical complication in the cafeteria. Thanks to the swift response of the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department and GeoComm’s GIS-powered critical incident mapping technology, emergency personnel pinpointed the exact location within...
15 Must-Ask Questions to Choose the Best Critical Incident Mapping Solution for Schools
How to choose the best critical incident mapping solution When it comes to protecting students and staff, selecting the right school safety map is a decision that cannot be taken lightly. Schools must ensure that their critical incident mapping solution is more than just a visual representation of their buildings—it must be a real-time, interactive...
Critical Incident Mapping & School Safety: Ricky and Alyssa’s Law Explained
Introduction In an era where school safety is paramount, legislative measures like Alyssa’s Law and the proposed Ricky and Alyssa’s Law have been introduced to enhance security in schools. These laws focus on critical incident mapping and silent panic alert systems to improve emergency response times and coordination. How Alyssa’s Law & Ricky and Alyssa’s...
Digital Mapping: Transforming the Way We Navigate and Analyze Geographic Data
Introduction Digital mapping has revolutionized the way we visualize, analyze, and interact with geographic data. Unlike traditional paper maps, digital maps are dynamic, interactive, and easily updated, enabling users to integrate multiple data layers for better decision-making. A subset of this mapping, GIS (Geographic Information System) mapping, uses specialized software to analyze and interpret spatial...
How Digital Geographic Information System Mapping Enhances Emergency Response
Why Digital Geographic Information System Mapping Matters In an era where school safety and emergency preparedness are at the forefront of public concern, having precise, real-time, and actionable data is critical. Schools across the nation, including Minnesota, are facing increasing pressure to implement digital geographic information system mapping (GIS mapping) solutions to enhance emergency response...
Why Critical Incident Mapping is Essential for Emergency Response
Emergencies unfold in seconds, and every moment matters. Whether it’s a school lockdown, active threat, medical emergency, or natural disaster, first responders need immediate access to accurate, real-time mapping data to make split-second decisions. This is where Critical Incident Mapping (CIM) plays a life-saving role. The Growing Need for Critical Incident Mapping As schools, businesses,...
