UDC was recognized as a Cornerstone Partner at the 2026 Esri Partner Conference (EPC), held March 8–9 in Palm Springs, California. Esri is the leader in location intelligence, with a global network of over 3,000 partners.
This recognition honors UDC’s long-term commitment to Esri and the geographic information system (GIS) community. Cornerstone Partner recognition is awarded to organizations that have participated in the Esri Partner Network (EPN) for 20 years, demonstrating a focus on customer success through the adoption of ArcGIS software.
“UDC is proud to be included in the Esri Partner Network, to serve our clients and enable their success in spatial technology implementation and integrations. Together, UDC and Esri continue to advance the use of ArcGIS within the utility industry. The Cornerstone Partner recognition honors UDC as a stable and accountable partner for 20 years. On behalf of our 700+ UDC staff members, we thank Esri for this honor and look forward to the next 20 years of partnership with Esri to help utilities reach their digitalization goals around the globe.”
Michelle Vignault, UDC Partner Manager
UDC’s Esri Partnership History
This list details UDC’s history within the EPN since 2006:
2006 Silver Partner Status
2018 Gold Partner Status
2020 EPC Award for Innovation for the HEIDE UN Migration Tool
2020 ArcGIS Marketplace Provider Designation
2021 ArcGIS System Ready Specialty
2021 Esri Infrastructure Management & GIS Conference (Esri IMGIS) Innovation Award for Gas Utility Migration to ArcGIS Utility Network and the Utility and Pipeline Data Model
2021 Network Management Specialty with Designations in Electric and Gas Utilities
2022 Platinum Partner Status
2022 Esri IMGIS Comprehensive GIS Award for ArcGIS Utility Network Projects
2024 Esri IMGIS Integration Award
2026 Cornerstone Partner Designation
UDC was also recognized at the 2026 EPC for advancing GIS technology and providing innovative solutions using Esri’s ArcGIS software and cloud to address UDC clients’ business challenges.
About UDC
Founded in 2005 and remaining privately owned and operated, UDC has developed deep expertise and offers services that enable digital utilities and energy delivery resource management through fully integrated enterprise systems. It partners with utility and infrastructure organizations to scale and meet their demands with excellence, agility, and specialization. Learn more about UDC’s Esri partnership journey.