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ROK Technologies Celebrates New Gold Tier Partnership with NSGIC

ROK Technologies, a prominent name in the GIS Managed Cloud Services sector, has reached a significant milestone by securing a Gold Tier Partnership with the National States Geographic Information Council (NSGIC). This achievement underscores ROK's longstanding dedication to facilitating the modernization of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for public sector organizations.

This partnership allows ROK to join a prestigious group of NSGIC business partners dedicated to promoting state-led geospatial coordination and fostering collaborations across the government, industry, and academia.

A Partnership Aligned with Innovation

Kenneth A. Nelson, the President of NSGIC, expressed enthusiasm about welcoming ROK Technologies into this elite circle. According to him, ROK's cloud-centric approach and commitment to advancing state-led GIS innovation aligns perfectly with NSGIC's mission. With the upcoming Annual Conference in Nashville, this partnership comes at an opportune moment, setting the stage for fruitful collaboration.

ROK Technologies has established itself as an essential player in steering the progress of geospatial maturity among states. The latest Geospatial Maturity Assessment by NSGIC revealed that 44 states have achieved “A” or “B” grades, showcasing both considerable advancements and the potential for continued growth.

Supporting State and Local Governments

The role of ROK Technologies extends beyond mere partnership. The company collaborates with both state and local governments to enhance their growth and collaboration by designing and managing sophisticated cloud infrastructures and software solutions essential for the new age of GIS. This enables government agencies to offload the complexities of managing GIS infrastructure and Esri Software, allowing them to focus on impactful outcomes.

Some recent success stories include the City of Lebanon, TN, which significantly improved its GIS capabilities through cloud-enhanced growth, and the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (DOT), which utilized ArcGIS Velocity for better emergency response and incident mapping. Detailed accounts of these and other client achievements can be accessed in ROK's Client StoryMap.

Webinar Series on GIS Modernization

In addition to their partnership with NSGIC, ROK Technologies is fostering discussions surrounding GIS modernization through a newly launched webinar series titled Modernizing Your State GIS. This series aims to highlight the initiatives of state Geographic Information Officers (GIOs) and address the challenges they encounter in evolving their geospatial systems.

The inaugural session featured insights from GIOs from Ohio, Wyoming, and West Virginia, focusing on strategic innovations and forward-thinking visions. The next session will delve into overcoming challenges of siloed data and promoting collaboration across state agencies. Interested parties can register and view the series at roktech.net/webinars.

Building a Future Together

With the Gold Tier partnership, ROK Technologies is set to become an active participant in NSGIC’s annual conference scheduled from September 14-19, 2025, in Nashville, TN. They will engage in working groups, committees, and contribute to various forums and webinars, sharing their expertise in cloud architecture, data modernization, and enterprise GIS strategies.

ROK Technologies recognizes that NSGIC's goals for effective, state-led geospatial coordination resonate deeply with their mission to empower GIS leaders to innovate seamlessly, anytime and anywhere. By utilizing ROK Technologies' Managed Cloud Services, clients can ensure their GIS operations are optimized and consistently supported.

Alex Coleman, CEO of ROK Technologies, remarked, “Forming this partnership with NSGIC signifies more than just achieving a milestone; it represents a collective effort to assist GIS leaders nationwide in translating vision into actionable outcomes. By alleviating infrastructure burdens, we allow organizations to harness the full power of GIS. In partnership with NSGIC, we proudly champion the innovations that are transforming states into more intelligent, integrated entities.”

About ROK Technologies

ROK Technologies stands at the forefront of GIS Managed Cloud Services, specializing in architecting, deploying, and managing the ArcGIS® Enterprise suite and Desktop applications within cloud and hybrid settings. As an Esri Cloud Specialty Partner, their team of certified experts in AWS, Azure, and Esri is devoted to delivering scalable and cost-effective cloud-first solutions, allowing clients to concentrate on their core competencies in GIS.

For more information, visit roktech.net.

About NSGIC

The National States Geographic Information Council (NSGIC) is a non-profit organization focused on promoting effective and efficient governance through improved geospatial coordination. Its member base includes state GIOs, federal agencies, local governments, academic institutions, and private sector partners committed to advancing best practices, policy development, and technological innovation across the U.S. To learn more, visit nsgic.org.