Schneider Geospatial

Schneider Geospatial

GovTech data integration for local governments

Overview

Schneider Geospatial provides GovTech software and services for local governments. It helps city and county staff manage parcels, permits, licenses, and assets by integrating different systems so data is centralized and easy to access, reducing paper trails. Its product suite combines GIS capabilities with asset, parcel, permit, and license management, plus system integration and staff training, to streamline operations and boost productivity. The company differentiates itself through deep GovTech specialization, a long track record (founded 1962) and a broad footprint serving over 1,000 local governments, along with recognition like GovTech 100 and the TechPoint Mira Corporate Innovator of the Year. Its goal is to help local governments run more efficiently and transparently by providing integrated data platforms and expert services that support decision-making, compliance, and day-to-day operations.

Significant Headcount Growth

About Schneider Geospatial

Simplify's Rating
Why Schneider Geospatial is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & Analytics

Consulting

Government & Public Sector

Enterprise Software

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Indianapolis, Indiana

Founded

1962

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What believers are saying

  • June 24, 2026 NEGEO adds Northeast municipal reach and MapExpress into Beacon.
  • March 26, 2026 hires Christopher Smith and Michael McDonald strengthen product delivery and retention.
  • Gordon County renewed Schneider on July 21, 2026, validating ongoing demand for qPublic portals.

What critics are saying

  • Eight acquisitions since 2022 strain integration and dilute product consistency by 2027.
  • Public customer complaints on r/gis in July 2026 damage Schneider’s reputation with buyers.
  • Esri and OpenGov bundle GIS and permitting, squeezing Schneider’s new-logo growth.
  • County renewals like Gordon County’s July 2026 contract expose Schneider to budget churn and service failures.

What makes Schneider Geospatial unique

  • Beacon unifies parcel, permitting, licensing, and asset workflows across 35 states.
  • Eight add-ons since June 2022 deepened Schneider’s municipal GIS data and services stack.
  • Schneider pairs SaaS with implementation teams, matching governments’ messy legacy data realities.

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Remote Work Options

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

23%

1 year growth

23%

2 year growth

23%
Business Wire
Jun 24th, 2026
Schneider Geospatial adds New England GeoSystems.

Schneider Geospatial adds New England GeoSystems. CLEVELAND & DALLAS-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Align Capital Partners' ("ACP") portfolio company Schneider Geospatial, LLC ("Schneider Geospatial" or the "Company") acquired New England GeoSystems ("NEGEO"), a Connecticut-based geospatial software and services company serving municipalities throughout the Northeast. As part of the acquisition, NEGEO's MapExpress solution will be integrated into Schneider Geospatial's popular Beacon platform, which is used by more than 1,000 local government jurisdictions across 35 states. "This acquisition represents another step in our vision to build a trusted, GIS-centric platform that is core to how local governments manage property, infrastructure, services and public access to information," said Jeff Corns, CEO of Schneider Geospatial. "NEGEO advances that strategy by deepening our municipal GIS expertise, expanding our presence in the Northeast and bringing MapExpress into Beacon. Together, we can deliver more comprehensive solutions to the communities we serve while continuing to invest in the people, products and customer relationships that make this work successful." For nearly two decades, NEGEO has helped municipalities develop and maintain GIS programs that support planning, public works, assessment, infrastructure management and citizen engagement. NEGEO provides GIS web-based mapping software and services that help local governments improve operations, expand public access to information and make more informed decisions. Brian Dooley, managing member of New England GeoSystems, will join Schneider Geospatial along with the current NEGEO team. Together, the combined organization will provide local governments with broader access to geospatial expertise, cloud-based technologies and integrated solutions that connect mapping, property data, permitting, licensing and asset management workflows. "For years, our team has helped Connecticut communities develop, maintain, expand and steward their municipal GIS through changing administrations and technology," said Dooley. "Joining Schneider Geospatial creates new opportunities for our customers and employees by combining our geospatial experience with a broader portfolio of government technology solutions." NEGEO marks the eighth add-on for the Company since ACP acquired Schneider Geospatial in June of 2022. Matt Iodice, Chris Jones, Brad Mundt, Andrew Foster and Jason Idoine worked alongside management on the transaction. About Schneider Geospatial Schneider Geospatial is a leading platform of GIS-based SaaS solutions for parcel management, permitting & licensing and asset management serving the government technology sector. The Company serves more than a thousand state and local governments across the United States with software and services designed to support decision-making and public service delivery. For more information, visit schneidergis.com. About Align Capital Partners Align Capital Partners is a growth-oriented private equity firm that partners with business owners and management teams to help create shared success. ACP manages $3.2 billion in committed capital with investment teams in Cleveland and Dallas. ACP brings experience and resources to help lower-middle market companies accelerate their growth, to the benefit of management, employees and the firm's investors. ACP makes control investments in differentiated companies within the business services, technology, specialty manufacturing and distribution sectors. For more information, visit aligncp.com.

Schneider Geospatial
Mar 26th, 2026
Schneider Geospatial announces executive appointments in Engineering and Customer Success.

Schneider Geospatial announces executive appointments in Engineering and Customer Success. INDIANAPOLIS - March 26th, 2026 - Schneider Geospatial announced today the appointments of Christopher Smith as Vice President of Software Engineering and Michael McDonald as Vice President of Customer Success. These hires highlight the company's commitment to accelerating innovation and enhancing client outcomes. With more than two decades of experience driving technical innovation at companies such as Brightly (formerly Dude Solutions) and LexisNexis, Smith is widely regarded for building high-performing engineering cultures. McDonald brings a comparable record in customer success, having scaled support and adoption programs across the GovTech landscape at OpenGov, Cartegraph and PenBay Solutions. Their dual expertise signals Schneider Geospatial's intention to accelerate product development and elevate the customer experience as government agencies increasingly rely on digital infrastructure. "We are thrilled to welcome Chris and Mike," said Jeff Corns, CEO of Schneider Geospatial. "Chris' deep technical expertise and proven ability to build and scale engineering teams, combined with Mike's extensive background in customer success and operations, will strengthen our ability to innovate and to deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients as we continue to grow." Smith's portfolio will include overseeing software development across Schneider Geospatial's platform, with a focus on modern, scalable architectures purposed built for the GovTech market. McDonald will lead the company's customer success organization, fostering deeper partnerships with the more than 1,000 state and local governments the company serves. About Schneider Geospatial: Schneider Geospatial is one of the nation's largest providers of GIS-based SaaS solutions for Parcel Management, Permitting & Licensing, and Asset Management in the GovTech industry. With a strong commitment to innovation and customer success, Schneider Geospatial empowers over a thousand state and local governments across the United States with comprehensive solutions and expert services to optimize and improve decision-making while enhancing public service delivery. Through strategic acquisitions and a customer-centric approach, Schneider Geospatial continues to shape the future of GovTech solutions.

Morningstar
Feb 5th, 2026
Schneider Geospatial acquires Bruce Harris & Associates in seventh add-on since 2022

Schneider Geospatial, a portfolio company of Align Capital Partners, has acquired Bruce Harris & Associates, a GIS consulting firm specialising in land records and parcel mapping for local governments. The acquisition strengthens Schneider's parcel modernization capabilities by combining cloud technology with experienced execution. Based in Batavia, Illinois, BHA provides parcel mapping, geodatabase design and land records modernisation services nationwide. The BHA team will join Schneider's product and customer success organisations, expanding capacity for complex parcel projects. This marks Schneider Geospatial's seventh acquisition since ACP bought the company in June 2022. Schneider serves over 1,000 state and local governments with GIS-based SaaS solutions for parcel management, permitting and asset management.

V1 Media
Feb 5th, 2026
February 5th, 2026 Schneider Geospatial Acquires Bruce Harris & Associates

February 5th, 2026 Schneider Geospatial acquires Bruce Harris & Associates. CLEVELAND & DALLAS-Align Capital Partners' ("ACP") portfolio company Schneider Geospatial, LLC ("Schneider Geospatial" or the "Company") acquired Bruce Harris & Associates, Inc. ("BHA"), a GIS consulting firm known for its deep land records expertise and hands-on delivery for local governments. The acquisition strengthens Schneider Geospatial's ability to support parcel modernization initiatives that require both modern cloud technology and experienced execution. Headquartered in Batavia, Illinois, BHA specializes in parcel mapping, geodatabase design, GIS system integration and land records modernization for local governments nationwide. By bringing BHA into Schneider Geospatial, customers gain access to a broader team with proven experience delivering complex parcel programs while maintaining the service quality and accountability they expect. "Local governments don't just need better technology; they need confidence that complex work will be done correctly," said Jeff Corns, CEO of Schneider Geospatial. "Integrating BHA into Schneider allows us to combine cloud-based parcel management with experienced, field-tested execution, helping customers move forward faster without sacrificing data quality or long-term stability." As part of the acquisition, the BHA team will join Schneider Geospatial and align with its product and customer success organizations. This expands capacity for high-complexity parcel work that requires disciplined project management, rigorous data standards and sustained post-implementation support. "We've always focused on doing parcel work the right way and standing behind our customers," said Bruce Harris, President of Bruce Harris & Associates. "Joining Schneider Geospatial gives our team greater scale and long-term stability, while allowing us to continue delivering the level of care and expertise our clients rely on." BHA marks the seventh add-on for the Company since ACP acquired Schneider Geospatial in June of 2022. Matt Iodice, Chris Jones, Brad Mundt and Andrew Foster worked alongside management on the transaction. About Schneider Geospatial Schneider Geospatial is one of the nation's largest providers of GIS-based SaaS solutions for Parcel Management, Permitting & Licensing and Asset Management in the GovTech Industry. Serving more than a thousand state and local governments, Schneider Geospatial combines modern cloud technology with experienced services to help customers maintain accurate data, improve operational efficiency and deliver trusted public services. For more information, visit schneidergis.com. Align Capital Partners is a growth-oriented private equity firm that partners with business owners and management teams to help create shared success. ACP manages $1.8 billion in committed capital with investment teams in Cleveland and Dallas. ACP brings experience and resources to help lower-middle market companies accelerate their growth, to the benefit of management, employees and the firm's investors. ACP makes control investments in differentiated companies within the business services, technology, specialty manufacturing and distribution sectors. For more information, visit aligncp.com.

Align Capital Partners
Oct 7th, 2025
Schneider Geospatial Expands Florida Presence

Schneider Geospatial expands Florida presence. CLEVELAND and DALLAS, October 6, 2025 | Align Capital Partners' ("ACP") portfolio company Schneider Geospatial, LLC ("Schneider Geospatial" or the "Company") announced today the acquisition of the local government web portal business from Grizzly Logic, Inc. This strategic investment expands Schneider Geospatial's presence in the Florida market, with the Company now serving over half of the state's 67 counties. The acquired accounts will be upgraded to Schneider Geospatial's flagship Beacon solution at no additional cost to the counties, ensuring uninterrupted service while providing access to the state's most advanced parcel management tools. "This acquisition accelerates our mission to bring modern and affordable digital government services to all of Florida," said Jeff Corns, President and CEO of Schneider Geospatial. "Our commitment to consistency and innovation ensures a seamless and exceptional experience for users across the state." As part of the agreement, Schneider Geospatial will license Grizzly Logic's technology to avoid any services disruption. Timothy M. Thompson, Founder of Grizzly Logic, will join Schneider and lead the transition effort, bringing decades of expertise that will enhance both migration and product development. "I'm excited to join Schneider Geospatial," said Thompson. "This partnership provides tremendous opportunities to accelerate product development, improve service delivery and give our customers access to a broader suite of solutions, including Beacon, GeoPermits and SimpliCITY." For Grizzly Logic's existing customers, the acquisition ensures continued support with expanded resources and access to Schneider Geospatial's proven GovTech solutions. Grizzly Logic marks the sixth add-on for the Company since ACP acquired Schneider Geospatial in June of 2022. Partner Matt Iodice, Managing Partner Chris Jones, Vice President Andrew Foster and Senior Associate Matt Sweet worked alongside management on the transaction. Disclosures: This press release is not an offer to sell securities or interests in any fund managed by ACP.

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