Sanborn Geospatial Maps Out $100M+ Decade-Long NG9-1-1 Upgrade for Georgia

Event summary

  • Sanborn Geospatial completed a 3-month NG9-1-1 geospatial cost study for Georgia, delivered in October 2025
  • The study outlines a 10-year plan with conservative cost estimates for building and maintaining Georgia's NG9-1-1 GIS program
  • Sanborn's AppGeo Division collaborated with Georgia's Deputy GIO Natalie Lee, gathering data from 25+ sources
  • The study's methodology has attracted interest from other states and NSGIC, positioning it as a national model

The big picture

This project represents a critical step in modernizing emergency response systems across the U.S., with Georgia positioning itself as a leader in NG9-1-1 implementation. The study's rigorous methodology and conservative cost estimates could set a new standard for statewide geospatial data programs, potentially influencing billions in future public safety investments. Sanborn's role highlights the growing importance of private sector expertise in government digital transformation projects.

What we're watching

Adoption Pace
How quickly other states will adopt Georgia's NG9-1-1 model, given NSGIC's interest
Funding Execution
Whether Georgia can secure sufficient funding to implement the 10-year plan
Market Expansion
The extent to which Sanborn can leverage this success to win similar contracts in other states