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U pon completing Step 1 and understanding your current state, the focus shifts to reviewing the underlying data and organizational practices. A bottom-up approach assesses existing data alignment with the NG9-1-1 model, prompting questions about data management, formats, sources, and the transition to NG9-1-1. Analogous to the iceberg, where the NG9-1-1 GIS Data Model is obvious and visible, below the surface, various levels of assessment are necessary to plan the transition effectively. Esri Canada's NG9-1-1 GIS Readiness Assessment reviews GIS preparedness, offering insights and recommendations to tailor a plan for NG9-1-1 readiness. Data Readiness Begin by reviewing your data relative to the current standards and required layers: • Ensure you have a clear understanding and adhere to the NG9-1-1 GIS Data Model [2], Assessing Abilities and Building Momentum Step 2: Examine Your Data, Policies and Practices against which your data will be compared when submitted to the NG9-1-1 environment • Fully understand the Required, Strongly Recommended, and Recommended data layers Data Quality Assess your data quality for accuracy, coverage, completeness and currency. Information Management Practices Focusing on your GIS data and its maintenance will ensure that you can create and maintain Public Safety Grade GIS data. To ensure the data is appropriately managed, review your: • Existing technology environment • Information systems • Policies & procedures • Issue management, and • Roles and responsibilities Organizational Readiness Organizational Readiness is a broad subject and supports all areas of information management and NG9-1-1 Data Readiness practices. Elements that impact your NG9-1-1 readiness include: • Leadership • Data governance • Resources • Culture and collaboration The Esri Canada NG9-1-1 GIS Readiness Assessment reviews each of these areas. For further information and guidance on organizational geospatial strategy and data governance, please review Esri Canada's Geospatial Strategy Essentials for Managers publications [3], [4]. The Esri Canada NG9-1-1 GIS Readiness Assessment offers a thorough review of key readiness areas. By engaging with Esri Canada on your GIS readiness, your organization can: 1. Assess current NG9-1-1 compliance 2. Develop a stronger understanding of NG9-1-1 GIS requirements and what it means for your organization 3. Pinpoint areas needing GIS data enhancement 4. Craft a strategic NG9-1-1 integration plan This assessment empowers your team to excel in the evolving landscape of emergency response. To begin transforming your organization's readiness, dive into the NG9-1-1 GIS Readiness Assessment now, click here. Esri Canada's NG9-1-1 GIS Readiness Assessment reviews GIS preparedness, offering insights and recommendations to tailor a plan for NG9-1-1 readiness. MORE INFORMATION 16 17 | Esri Canada Transforming Public Safety | N E X T G E N E R A T I O N 9 - 1 - 1 SOLUTIONS FOR DATA PROVIDERS TRANSFORMING PUBLIC SAFETY N E X T G E N E R A T I O N 9 - 1 - 1 SOLUTIONS FOR DATA PROVIDERS TRANSFORMING PUBLIC SAFETY