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Burgess & Niple - Data & Technology

Data & Technology

B&N helps organizations better understand and manage infrastructure by turning complex data into clear, actionable insights. Through advanced analytics, geospatial technology, artificial intelligence and reality capture, we identify risks early, anticipate system performance and pinpoint opportunities to strengthen long-term outcomes. The result is smarter investments, more resilient systems and greater confidence to shift from reactive decisions to proactive, community-focused strategy.

Services

Asset Management & Infrastructure Analytics

B&N applies data-driven analysis and practical tools to support informed, long-term infrastructure decisions. We evaluate asset conditions, risk and performance to prioritize investments, improve reliability and support resilient system planning.

  • Asset Data Repositories / Warehousing
  • Asset inventory and data standardization
  • Asset lifecycle and capital planning
  • Asset Readiness Assessments
  • BRIM™ (B&N’s watermain Break Impacts Model)
  • Condition assessment and inspection programs
  • Data Governance
  • Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) Assessments
  • Maintenance and reliability optimization
  • Regulatory compliance and reporting
  • Risk-based investment prioritization
  • System Integrations

Data Science & Artificial Intelligence

B&N uses data science and AI to transform complex data into clear, actionable insights. We develop predictive models, such as forecasting infrastructure performance and failure risk to help clients anticipate challenges, optimize systems and make proactive, data-driven decisions.

  • Business intelligence and visualization
  • Data engineering (ETL pipelines, cloud data platforms)
  • Data quality monitoring and statistical analysis
  • Data strategy and analytics roadmap development
  • KPI frameworks and performance dashboards
  • Machine learning / AI model development
  • Predictive analytics and forecasting
  • Real-time and streaming analytics
  • Scenario modeling and decision support tools

Geospatial Technology

B&N’s geospatial experts design scalable data architecture and implement automation that improves efficiency and consistency across the organization. Through robust data governance frameworks and authoritative data repositories, we create a trusted foundation for better decision-making. That foundation powers interactive maps, spatial dashboards and custom applications that streamline processes, reduce risk, improve collaboration and integrate real-time data into daily workflows.

  • Enterprise GIS strategy, governance and architecture
  • GeoAI Python Package developer tool and analytics
  • Integration with enterprise systems (EAM, ERP and data platforms)
  • Linear Referencing Systems (LRS)
  • Mobile/field data collection solutions
  • Real-time geospatial visualization and operational awareness
  • Spatial data modeling and management
  • Utility and transportation network modeling
  • Web GIS, dashboards and public-facing applications

Reality Capture

B&N captures precise, real-world data to support smarter planning, design and execution. Using advanced scanning and imaging technologies, we deliver accurate digital representations of existing conditions that enhance visualization, reduce risk and improve project outcomes.

Capture Methods

  • 3D Laser Scanning
  • 360-Degree Photography
  • Aerial and Drone Mapping
  • Thermal Imagery

Deliverables & Outputs

  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D Visualization
  • BIM Models
  • Digital Twins