Incredible New Capabilities in ArcGIS 3D Digital Twins

In this session from the Esri User Conference 2026 Plenary, Esri experts showcase how ArcGIS is advancing the digital twin journey. Through rapid advances in reality mapping, 3D visualization, and photorealistic layers like Gaussian splats, geography is being redefined as the foundational "common reference." This visually stunning presentation demonstrates how outcome-driven digital twins are transforming workflows across facility operations, urban planning, and emergency management. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction to Geospatial Digital Twins 1:15 New 3D Basemaps: Featuring seamless Google 3D integration 3:30 Gaussian Splatting: High-fidelity reality capture for unmatched detail 5:45 BIM & Viewshed Analysis: Critical tools for first responder readiness 7:20 Crowd Simulations: Interactive scenario planning for urban safety 9:00 Closing Remarks and Future Outlook Note: This video was originally screened during the Esri User Conference 2026 Plenary.