ESRI (Environmental Systems Research Institute) is a company founded in 1969 in the USA and is a global leader in the development of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Its flagship product, ArcGIS, is widely used worldwide.
ArcGIS Pro is ESRI software for professional work with 2D and 3D maps. It fully replaces ArcMap and offers advanced capabilities.
| Item | ESRI | ArcGIS Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1969, USA (Redlands) | Successor to ArcMap |
| Purpose | Development of GIS platforms | 2D/3D visualization and analysis |
| Tools | ArcGIS Online, Enterprise, StoryMaps | ModelBuilder, Python, imagery tools |
| Project workflow | Collaboration, data management | .aprx projects, multiple maps, portal connection |