What data sets can I subscribe to?

‍‍Ginkgo comes loaded with data sets from a wide range of Open Data and third party sources. Many of these are available to subscribe to for alerts depending on the city your organization is focused on. And if you aren't finding a data source that you are looking for, you can always request one. Our team will get to work setting this data up in Ginkgo for you if it looks feasible.

How does Ginkgo work?

Ginkgo is a map-based CRM designed for anyone working to improve cities. While it's built with Place Managers in mind, it’s also useful for anyone who needs to manage data tied to neighborhoods—such as economic development teams, real estate professionals, city planners, or community groups.
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What is Place Management?

Place Management refers to the coordinated effort to care for and activate public spaces—like sidewalks, plazas, and and parks in commercial districts. The goal is to keep these areas clean, safe, and vibrant, making them more appealing for residents, visitors, and businesses.
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How does Ginkgo help place management organizations?

Ginkgo helps Place Managers track the full range of activities and assets in their service area—from cleanliness and maintenance issues to property data and stakeholder outreach. By organizing this data in one place, Ginkgo makes it easier to show impact, secure funding, and coordinate operations across a team.
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What if my neighborhood doesn’t have a place manager yet?

Yes, Ginkgo can help regardless of whether you already have a place management organization set up for your neighborhood. In fact, setting up a database with an inventory of properties, contacts, assets and issues is typically the first step to forming a place management organization.


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