2026 MAGIC Symposium

Join Epoch Solutions Group at the 2026 MAGIC Symposium, April 14-16, in Omaha, Nebraska.

Don’t miss our presentation, “Right-Sizing GIS Modernization for Utilities,” on April 16 at 11:00 AM CDT.

Many organizations in the MAGIC community are modernizing GIS while still supporting day-to-day operations. Across local government, utilities, consulting, and academia, teams face pressure to adopt ArcGIS Pro, expand web and mobile workflows, integrate with other systems, and improve data quality. The challenge isn’t deciding to modernize—it’s determining what to do first and how to move forward without overcommitting budget, staff time, or risk.

This session introduces a practical, package-based approach that can be right-sized to where your organization is today. We’ll outline a clear path from readiness and configuration to governance and full implementation—when your team is ready. You’ll learn how to identify the right starting point using indicators like data readiness, QA practices, system architecture, and integration complexity.

We’ll also cover phased delivery strategies, including mock cycles, validation gates, and acceptance criteria, along with examples of how Python-driven QA checks improve consistency.

You’ll leave with a simple decision rubric, a readiness checklist, and a roadmap you can apply immediately.

Presenter: Caleb Hopkins, Director of Utility Network Services at Epoch Solutions Group
Co-presenter: Darren Haag, Principal Software Consultant at Epoch Solutions Group

📍 Presentation Room: Council Bluffs
Duration: 30 minutes | Session Type: General Audience