Many communities strive to promote open data to their citizens. This Esri Smart Communities Case Study explores how Auburn, Alabama, was able to use GIS technology to present data in multiple ways so that its residents can easily understand.

Smart communities are local governments that look for ways to build safe, healthy, resilient communities for their constituents. Citizens are calling on governments to be more transparent, efficient, collaborative, and productive. A government that meets these challenges is a Smart Community.