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Samdesk's Achievement in Innovation

Samdesk, a leading AI-powered global disruption detection platform, was awarded the prestigious Innovation Award at the 2025 Esri Partner Conference (EPC). The event took place on March 9-10, 2025, in Palm Springs, California, and saw a healthy gathering of industry leaders and innovators who share a vision for advancing Geographic Information System (GIS) technologies.

The Innovation Award highlights Samdesk’s exceptional use of cutting-edge technologies, particularly generative AI and enhanced real-time integration capabilities. These advancements have significantly improved situational awareness within the Esri ArcGIS ecosystem.

During a time when organizations must swiftly detect and respond to crises, Samdesk leverages its platform to offer AI-driven crisis monitoring and early warning alerts. Through seamless integration with Esri technology, they provide real-time crisis intelligence that aids decision-makers in getting immediate access to critical updates.

Samdesk’s innovative approach connects organizations directly to the ArcGIS environment, allowing them to pull live crisis data every minute. This instant access to information allows clients, including NATO, LA Metro, and Nutrien, to enhance their operations and improve overall resilience. The partnership between Samdesk and Esri has effectively removed historical barriers and delays in transforming crisis detection into actionable geospatial intelligence.

Thomas Fair, Director of the Esri Partner Network, emphasized the significance of this partnership, stating, "Esri appreciates the strong partnership with Samdesk and acknowledges their dedication to customer success with ArcGIS by awarding them this 2025 EPC award."

In an interview, James Neufeld, Founder and CEO of Samdesk, expressed his gratitude for the recognition and remarked, “In today's environment, customers need safe, cost-efficient, and fast solutions. Working tirelessly to solve customer pains is the shared value between Esri and Samdesk.” The sentiment underscores the important bond cultivated between the two companies in their quest for operational excellence and public safety.

Esri, founded in 1969, is a global leader in GIS software, helping customers tap into their data’s full potential. With a global network of partners and resources, it delivers innovative solutions that tackle complex challenges faced today.

Conversely, Samdesk focuses on real-time crisis alerts and situational awareness, empowering organizations to protect their assets and ensure business continuity. With a robust platform that integrates smoothly with Esri's ArcGIS, Samdesk provides unprecedented support for security, risk, and operational teams worldwide.

This recognition not only serves as a milestone for Samdesk but also reflects the broader shift in the landscape of crisis management and spatial analysis. By onward fostering their exquisitely collaborative relationship, both Samdesk and Esri aim to set new standards in urgency and efficiency in crisis handling, thus paving the way for smarter, safer communities.

To learn more about how Samdesk and Esri are molding the future of crisis management, check out samdesk.io and esri.com.