Schneider Geospatial Acquires BHA to Boost Parcel Modernization Services

The acquisition strengthens Schneider's cloud-based GIS offerings to help local governments modernize land records and unlock new applications for geospatial data.

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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Schneider Geospatial, backed by Align Capital Partners, has acquired Bruce Harris & Associates, Inc. (BHA), a firm known for its expertise in local government land records modernization. The move aims to bolster Schneider's cloud-based GIS solutions that help counties and municipalities overcome the challenges of outdated, paper-based parcel data systems.

Why it matters

Accurate and accessible parcel data is critical for property tax administration, infrastructure planning, economic development, and emergency response. However, many local governments still rely on fragmented, legacy systems that hinder data-driven decision-making. The Schneider-BHA partnership seeks to address this problem by providing cloud-based GIS tools and specialized expertise to help modernize land records nationwide.

The details

The acquisition combines Schneider Geospatial's focus on cloud-based GIS software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions with BHA's deep understanding of local government workflows and data standards. This synergy aims to deliver scalable, cost-effective, and collaborative parcel data management tools that can integrate with existing systems. Beyond basic mapping, modernized parcel data enables a range of applications, from infrastructure planning to economic development and environmental monitoring.

  • Schneider Geospatial acquired BHA in February 2026.

The players

Schneider Geospatial

An American company that provides cloud-based GIS software and services, backed by Align Capital Partners.

Bruce Harris & Associates, Inc. (BHA)

A firm renowned for its expertise in local government land records modernization.

Align Capital Partners

A private equity firm that backs Schneider Geospatial.

Sarah Johnson

A GIS consultant specializing in local government modernization.

Charlotte, North Carolina

A city that leveraged modernized parcel data to streamline its permitting process.

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What they’re saying

“The biggest challenge isn't necessarily the technology itself, but the sheer complexity of cleaning, integrating, and maintaining parcel data. You're dealing with decades of historical records, varying data formats, and often, a lack of standardized procedures.”

— Sarah Johnson, GIS consultant

What’s next

As local governments continue to modernize their land records, emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, 3D mapping, and blockchain are expected to further accelerate the parcel data revolution.

The takeaway

The Schneider Geospatial-BHA acquisition highlights the growing importance of accurate, accessible, and collaborative parcel data for local governments. By leveraging cloud-based GIS solutions, municipalities can unlock new opportunities for infrastructure planning, economic development, and emergency response, ultimately improving services and quality of life for their communities.