"Users around the world are applying GIS in countless fields to take a geographic approach toward solving complex problems and global issues," said Esri president Jack Dangermond. "It is my honor to recognize all these organizations for their innovative work integrating geospatial technology across industries, helping to build a better world."
ForSite®, developed in partnership by Skytec and International Paper, is an innovative, GIS-based mapping tool used by the company's Fiber Supply team to verify and track fiber sourcing. This tool helps identify potential risks in IP's supply chain pre purchase and then guides the implementation of forestry best management practices, ensuring that fiber-based products are sustainably sourced.
"Skytec has been an invaluable partner since the start of International Paper's mapping journey. The idea and creation of ForSite® environmental layer (i.e., the hexnet) was the critical first step for us to then develop risk-based operational controls and procedures across our supply chain," says, Jeremy Poirier, Senior Manager Fiber Certification and Sustainability, International Paper. "Without Skytec and their innovation, we simply would not be in the leadership position of supply chain visibility that we find ourselves in today."
"Speaking on behalf of the entire Skytec team, we are honored to receive recognition through this SAG award for our years of work building ForSite® and supporting the innovative sustainability and fiber supply processes at International Paper," says Andy Carroll, Chief Technology Officer & Co Founder, Skytec.
A total of 217 organizations from the commercial industry, defense, transportation, nonprofit work, telecommunications, and government sectors were honored.
Esri staff annually nominate hundreds of candidates from around the world for consideration, and Dangermond selects the finalists.
For more information on how Skytec is setting the trend in the use of geospatial technology, visit https://skytecllc.com.
