PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP

“Leveraging Spatial Analysis for Applied Research”

Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026 • 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown

Led by experts from Esri, this 3-hour workshop focuses on strengthening analytical workflows through the use of spatial tools. The training is designed for researchers and practitioners interested in improving the efficiency and impact of their data analysis and reporting.

The workshop will highlight the use of Business Analyst Online (BAO) to support more efficient data access, integration, and visualization. Participants will be introduced to practical approaches for incorporating spatial context into analysis, enabling a more comprehensive understanding of economic and demographic patterns.

An overview of the ArcGIS environment will also be provided, with particular attention to ArcGIS StoryMaps as a platform for presenting findings. The session will demonstrate how StoryMaps can be used to communicate complex information in a structured and accessible format.

Given that many institutions already maintain access to these tools, the session emphasizes practical application and integration into existing workflows. Spatial analysis represents an opportunity to extend traditional approaches and provide additional depth to applied research and reporting.

What you’ll take away:

• Faster workflows for data access, analysis, and reporting in BAO.
• Practical techniques for enhancing data visualization outputs.
• A working understanding of StoryMaps for communicating research findings.
• Immediately applicable methods that complement your existing analytical approach.

Workshop Registration

• Select “Workshop” when registering for the conference.
• Workshop fee includes a boxed lunch, available Noon – 1:00 p.m.
• Discount for undergraduate and graduate students (must show student ID at check-in).