GIS Automation Case Study

Eliminate Manual Data Synchronization and Save Hours Every Week

Location3x specializes in developing custom Python automation solutions that handle your most complex ArcGIS Pro workflows—so you can focus on analysis and decision-making instead of repetitive data management tasks.

The Challenge: Multi-User Parcel Editing Without the Headaches

Government agencies frequently face a critical workflow challenge: multiple GIS professionals need to edit the same parcel dataset simultaneously, but ArcGIS Pro’s versioning and reconciliation processes can be time-consuming, error-prone, and difficult to manage—especially when dealing with parcel splits, deletions, and conflicting edits.

Our Solution: Intelligent Bi-Directional Sync Automation

We’ve developed a sophisticated Python automation script for Valley County, Idaho that enables seamless two-way synchronization between multiple parcel editors working in separate feature classes. This isn’t a simple copy-paste operation—it’s an intelligent system that:

Handles Complex Editing Scenarios:

  • Automatically resolves conflicts by comparing edit timestamps and choosing the most recent changes
  • Manages parcel splits intelligently using deterministic tie-breakers (area, perimeter, location) to reassign unique identifiers
  • Processes deletions cleanly across both datasets without data loss
  • Prevents duplicate records through automated GUID assignment and validation

Protects Your Data:

  • Creates automatic backups before every sync operation
  • Preserves editor tracking metadata throughout the process
  • Verifies data integrity after sync and auto-heals any discrepancies
  • Maintains complete audit trails of all changes

Saves Time and Reduces Errors:

  • Runs on-demand or on a schedule (hourly, daily, or custom intervals)
  • Eliminates manual reconciliation and posting workflows
  • Processes hundreds or thousands of parcels in seconds
  • Provides detailed logging for transparency and troubleshooting

Real Results for Valley County, Idaho

This custom automation solution was developed specifically for Valley County’s Assessor’s Office, where two editors needed to work simultaneously on parcel data during peak assessment seasons. The script has eliminated hours of manual reconciliation work each week while ensuring data consistency across their editing environment.

Your Custom Automation Solution

Every organization has unique workflows and business rules. Location3x can design and implement custom geoprocessing automation that addresses your specific challenges:

  • Data synchronization between departments, offices, or systems
  • Bulk updates and calculations across enterprise geodatabases
  • Quality control workflows with automated validation and error correction
  • Integration automation connecting ArcGIS Pro with external databases or APIs
  • Scheduled batch processing for routine geoprocessing tasks

Technical Expertise You Can Trust

With over 30 years in GIS and 14,000+ professionals trained, Location3x brings deep knowledge of:

  • ArcGIS Pro Python (arcpy) development
  • Geodatabase architecture and best practices
  • Editor tracking and versioning workflows
  • Enterprise GIS automation patterns
  • Government agency requirements and security standard

Get Started

Stop wasting time on manual geoprocessing tasks that could be automated. Contact Location3x today to discuss your workflow challenges and discover how custom Python automation can transform your ArcGIS Pro operations.

Let’s talk about your automation needs: location3x.gis at gmail.com