Frequently Asked Questions

  • EcoSpatial combines specialist ArcGIS expertise with extensive experience in Biodiversity Net Gain, environmental planning and environmental data governance.

    As an Esri Partner, we work exclusively within the ArcGIS ecosystem, helping organisations maximise the value of their geospatial investments through practical, sustainable and scalable solutions.

    Our team has also supported the delivery of projects on behalf of Esri Professional Services, providing additional insight into enterprise GIS implementation, governance and best practice.

    Clients choose EcoSpatial because we:

    • Specialise in ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Enterprise solutions

    • Combine technical GIS expertise with environmental domain knowledge

    • Have extensive experience supporting Biodiversity Net Gain and environmental programmes

    • Create engaging dashboards, StoryMaps, Experience Builder applications and operational GIS solutions

    • Understand the importance of data quality, confidence and governance

    • Developed the FRIDAS framework for environmental data assurance

    • Deliver solutions aligned with Esri best practice

    Our focus is on delivering ArcGIS solutions that create lasting value.

  • EcoSpatial specialises in Environmental GIS, Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), Natural Capital and geospatial data management.

    Our services include:

    • GIS strategy and implementation

    • Biodiversity Net Gain mapping and analysis

    • ArcGIS configuration and development

    • Data management and governance

    • Spatial data audits

    • Environmental dashboards and applications

    • StoryMaps and stakeholder engagement tools

    • Technical assurance and quality review

    • Geospatial support for planning and environmental projects

  • Bespoke visualisations transform environmental and spatial data into clear, engaging and interactive products that support decision-making.

    Examples include:

    • ArcGIS Dashboards

    • Experience Builder applications

    • StoryMaps

    • Web maps

    • Executive reporting dashboards

    • Environmental monitoring portals

    • Habitat bank visualisation tools

    • Natural Capital reporting interfaces

    Visualisations can be developed within your existing GIS environment or delivered as standalone solutions.

  • For bespoke consultancy, yes.

    EcoSpatial are an Esri partner and specialises exclusively in the Esri ecosystem and delivers solutions using ArcGIS technologies.

    This includes:

    • ArcGIS Online

    • ArcGIS Enterprise

    • ArcGIS Pro

    • Experience Builder

    • Dashboards

    • StoryMaps

    • Survey123

    • Field Maps

    • Workforce

    • Hub

    • ArcGIS Solutions

    By focusing exclusively on ArcGIS, we are able to provide deeper technical expertise, faster delivery and solutions aligned with Esri best practice.

  • Yes.

    Most projects are delivered directly within a client's existing ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Enterprise environment.

    This allows organisations to retain ownership and control of their data, users, applications and infrastructure while benefiting from specialist implementation support.

  • Yes.

    Clients are generally expected to have appropriate ArcGIS licensing in place before development begins.

    Where required, EcoSpatial can advise on licensing options, user types and deployment approaches.

  • Yes.

    EcoSpatial can provide ongoing support across the full lifecycle of a project, from initial design and data collection through to reporting, monitoring and system enhancement.

    Support arrangements can be tailored to meet project requirements.

  • Yes.

    Training can be delivered as part of a wider project or as a standalone service.

    Examples include:

    • ArcGIS training

    • Environmental GIS workflows

    • Dashboard administration

    • StoryMap development

    • Data governance and best practice

    • Biodiversity Net Gain GIS workflows

    Training can be delivered remotely or in person.