The Hanford Site’s essential services prime contractor was recently recognized with the Making a Difference award for its exceptional use of geographic information systems in contributing to a better world. March 31, 2026
Office of Environmental Management
March 31, 2026
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RICHLAND, Wash. — The Hanford Site’s essential services prime contractor was recently recognized with the Making a Difference award for its exceptional use of geographic information systems (GIS) in contributing to a better world.
Hanford Field Office contractor Hanford Mission Integration Solutions (HMIS) received the award at the annual FedGIS conference — a leading event for geospatial professionals in government. The award recognizes teams that use GIS technology to improve operations and benefit their communities.
Esri, a global leader in geographic information system software, acknowledged HMIS’ outstanding application of GIS technology to innovate Hanford’s operations to advance the site’s cleanup mission.
HMIS is driving innovation and efficiency with GIS by streamlining infrastructure operations, improving emergency response capabilities and supporting environmental management practices.
Esri President and Founder Jack Dangermond, left, presented the award to HMIS Geospatial Information Systems Manager Elizabeth Schutte, center, and HMIS Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer Jason Walli, right, at the 2026 FedGIS conference in Washington, D.C.
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