Migrating GIS Workflows from ArcMap to ArcGIS Pro

Migrating from ArcMap to ArcGIS Pro for organizations is an essential step for the long-term success of an organization's geospatial strategy. With the release of ArcGIS Enterprise 11.x, the SDK for ArcMap will no longer be supported, so organizations using ArcMap will need to migrate their workflows to ArcGIS Pro in order to upgrade to the latest version of ArcGIS Enterprise. This migration is not only necessary for upgrading to the latest version of ArcGIS Enterprise, but it is also essential for the long-term success of an organization's geospatial strategy.

ArcGIS Pro is the future of GIS software from Esri and offers a wide range of advanced features and capabilities that are not available in ArcMap. This means that organizations that continue to use ArcMap will be missing out on the latest advancements in GIS technology and will be at a disadvantage when it comes to their geospatial strategy. By migrating to ArcGIS Pro, organizations can take advantage of the following benefits:

1. Improved data management and analysis: ArcGIS Pro offers advanced tools for data management and analysis, such as 3D visualization, which can help organizations make better decisions based on their geospatial data.
2. Better collaboration: ArcGIS Pro allows for better collaboration and sharing of GIS data and projects within an organization, which can lead to more efficient and effective workflows.
3. Access to new features and capabilities: ArcGIS Pro is constantly being updated with new features and capabilities, which means organizations can stay ahead of the curve when it comes to GIS technology.

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Assess your organization's current use of ArcMap: Understand which tools, data, and workflows are currently being used and assess the feasibility of migrating to ArcGIS Pro.
2. Create a plan for migrating data: Identify the data that needs to be migrated and create a plan for how to do it. This may include converting data to new file formats or updating data to work with new ArcGIS Pro features.
3. Train your staff: Ensure that your staff is trained on the new software, its features and its new interface.
4. Test the migration: Test the migration with a small group of users before rolling it out to the entire organization.
5. Roll out the migration: Once the migration is tested and deemed successful, roll it out to the rest of the organization.
6. Monitor and maintain: Monitor the use of ArcGIS Pro and maintain the system to ensure that it continues to meet the needs of the organization.

Migrating to ArcGIS Pro is an investment in the long-term success of an organization's geospatial strategy. By taking advantage of the advanced features and capabilities offered by ArcGIS Pro, organizations can improve their data management and analysis, collaborate more effectively, and stay ahead of the curve when it comes to GIS technology. It's crucial for organization to carefully plan, implement, train and monitor the migration for its smooth transition, to fully utilize its capabilities and ensure the long-term success of their geospatial strategy and also to upgrade to the latest version of ArcGIS Enterprise as the ArcMap SDK will be no longer supported

If your organization needs help with migration, our experts at InterSpatail are well-versed in the ArcGIS stack and have extensive experience in migrating organizations. We'll work closely with you to assess your current GIS environment, plan and execute the migration, train staff, and monitor the migration to ensure that everything is working as expected. We can also provide valuable insights and recommendations on how to take advantage of the advanced features and capabilities of ArcGIS Pro to enhance your organization's geospatial strategy. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help guide your organization through the migration process.