HOST SIGNUP
Preparing Local Governments for the NGS Datum Change
Training Series
A webinar education and training series to learn from geospatial technology providers how to seamlessly transition to the new datum.
Series Sponsors
OVERVIEW
The NGS 2025 Datum Transition Webinar Series is a vital educational initiative designed to prepare local government officials, GIS professionals, surveyors, public works departments, and infrastructure planners for the upcoming modernization of the National Spatial Reference System (NSRS). The transition to NATRF2022, NAPGD2022, and GRAV-D will impact geospatial data accuracy, compliance with federal standards, and municipal infrastructure management.
As a geospatial technology provider, you need to educate your existing and prospective users on:
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What the NGS 2025 Datum Transition is
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How it will affect them
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How your company will seamlessly transition to the new datum​​​​​
WHO WILL ATTEND
This is an essential event for:
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GIS managers
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Surveyors
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Asset mappers
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Engineers
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Municipal decision-makers looking to ensure their communities remain aligned with the latest geospatial advancements.
Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of these critical changes and build a resilient geospatial framework for the future.
EACH SESSION WILL COVER
The new datum will bring several key changes that can impact legacy datasets, field and office methods and workflows:
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New reference framework
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New standard state plane projections for all states. And new low distortion projections (LDP) for states implementing these.
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Change to the International Foot standard unit (for states dropping the US Survey Foot unit).
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New NGS geodetic toolkit and time-dependent transformation tools
Participants will:
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Learn how datum changes affect municipal GIS, surveying, and infrastructure projects.
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Gain expert guidance on converting legacy datasets and ensuring compliance.
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See live demonstrations of software and hardware updates tailored to the new reference framework.
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Engage in interactive Q&A sessions with industry leaders.​
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​​Key Takeaways for Participants
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Understand the Impact of the NGS Datum Changes – Learn how the transition from NAD83-XXX to NATRF2022, NAPGD2022, and GRAV-D affects GIS, surveying, and municipal infrastructure projects.
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Prepare for Compliance and Data Conversion – Gain insights into best practices for updating geospatial data and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and municipal requirements.
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Leverage Technology Solutions for a Seamless Transition – Discover how leading technology providers are adapting software, hardware, and workflows to support accurate data integration.
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Engage with Industry Experts and Decision-Makers – Participate in interactive Q&A and expert panels to address real-world challenges Eand solutions for local governments.
SESSION HOST/SPONSORSHIP
NGS Datum Change Training Session host/sponsorship includes:
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Video training webinar production, recording and hosting
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Unlimited training materials/collateral hosting (PDFs/links)
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Optional attendee assessments
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Up to one year post broadcast hosting
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Attendance metrics/attendee contact details
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Session Host/Sponsorship costs:
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Single session: TBA
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3 or more sessions: TBA
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GISP Points
These training events may qualify for GIS Certification Institute continuing education credits. To submit for GISP Points, visit www.gisci.org to self-submit the event curriculum for approval
