Whitepapers

Our whitepapers highlight the expertise and innovative thinking of our design professionals, offering valuable insights into the latest advancements and best practices in the architecture, engineering, and construction industries.

Parking Structure Cost Outlook for 2026

The definitive cost benchmark for new parking structure construction in the United States — updated annually since 2019 by the parking specialists at WGI. Download your copy today!

Built to Survive vs Built to Last

Hurricanes are reaching inland. The tornado corridor is moving east. And the building code, by design, was never written to keep your facility running once the storm has passed. Here’s what compliance leaves on the table, and what resilience actually looks like.

Mapping the Full Water Column

America’s water infrastructure is facing its largest federal investment in a generation — and every project depends on accurate bathymetric data. Discover why single-method survey thinking fails complex aquatic environments and what multi-sensor integration actually delivers.

2026 Strategic Technology Trends for the Infrastructure Industry

Learn how emerging technologies are reshaping infrastructure development, asset management, and operational decision-making across the U.S. From enterprise AI and digital twins to operational intelligence and data-driven resilience, this whitepaper explores how today’s tools are redefining performance expectations.

Unlocking Hidden Value in Risky Sites

Download our whitepaper to explore how Strategic Environmental Due Diligence can transform perceived risk into a competitive advantage and support confident, future-ready development decisions.

Building North Carolina’s Transportation Future: Connecting Communities, Strengthening Infrastructure, and Advancing Mobility

From complex bridge replacements to major roadway improvements and multimodal corridors, WGI continues to contribute to a transportation network that is stronger, more resilient, and better equipped for North Carolina’s continued growth.
Download your copy today to explore how WGI is partnering with agencies across the state to deliver resilient, future-focused infrastructure that supports economic growth and strengthens mobility across North Carolina for generations to come.

Seeing Below, Saving Above: Delivering Safe, Cost-Effective, and Future-Ready Infrastructure

Underground innovation can redefine what’s possible on the surface, and at WGI, we provide the insights that drive safer, smarter, and more sustainable outcomes. Join us as we illustrate how advanced data collection methods, combined with intelligent 3D utility modeling and augmented reality tools, deliver invaluable perspectives of underground conditions like never before. The challenges facing today’s infrastructure demand more than traditional thinking; they require visibility, foresight, and confidence. Download our whitepaper today and learn how you can anticipate challenges before they arise and deliver projects that stand the test of time.

Realizing Your Vision with Technology: The Next Generation of Show-and-Tell

The ability to visualize infrastructure is more than a technical achievement; it’s a shift in how projects are conceived, communicated, and delivered. So, join us as we demonstrate how technology places clients at the center of each project, giving them both influence and insight, and resulting in smarter decisions, stronger engagement, and designs that truly embody the vision they set out to achieve.

Download your copy of our whitepaper, Realizing Your Vision with Technology, and discover how the future of design is already here!

Balancing Growth and Capacity: Infrastructure Adequacy, Data Needs, and the Role of Adequate Public Facilities Ordinances (APFOs) in Urban Planning

By embracing modern data capabilities and forward-looking policy design, communities can move beyond outdated constraints toward a planning framework that is both responsive and sustainable. Download our whitepaper today to see how WGI’s Urban & Community Planning team can help your jurisdiction bridge the gap between infrastructure capacity and the housing your community needs!

Optimizing Project Outcomes: How WGI Leverages Alternative Delivery

Successful infrastructure is not just about design or construction – it’s about intelligent delivery. Whether your priority is mitigating risk, controlling costs, enhancing stakeholder collaboration, or accelerating project schedules, this whitepaper offers valuable guidance and actionable insights on selecting and implementing the right delivery model for your next project. Download your copy today and discover how WGI’s alternative delivery expertise can help ensure the success of your next project – from concept through completion.

Parking Structure Cost Outlook for 2025

As economic conditions shift and industry demands evolve, accurate benchmarking is essential. The 2025 Parking Structure Cost Outlook arms you with the knowledge to navigate cost complexities, optimize project scope, and align expectations with market realities. So, if you’re involved in capital planning, design, or construction of parking facilities, this resource is essential to stay ahead of market trends and cost variables.

Enhancing K-12 Learning Through SITES-Inspired Landscape Architecture

Whether you’re designing a new campus or updating existing facilities, our paper offers actionable strategies to amplify health, education, and sustainability outcomes. It’s time to see how landscape architecture and outdoor space design, when rooted in the SITES framework, can elevate your school’s environment, strengthen community connections, and create lasting value for students and staff alike.

Land Subdivision: A Practical Guide for Central Texas

Navigating Texas’ land subdivision process requires more than just an understanding of the rules… it demands strategic insight and careful planning – And Land Subdivision: A Practical Guide for Central Texas is your key to unlocking a smoother, more efficient approach to land development.

AI Tech Trends Unlocking Value in the AEC Industry

These AI-driven solutions aren’t just changing how we work – they’re redefining what’s possible in the AEC industry. Download our whitepaper to gain exclusive insights from WGI’s experts, and together, let’s continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in the AEC industry!

Providing Data Centers Superior Landscape Design

Your data center’s potential extends beyond the building’s edge. With purposeful landscape design, you can boost performance, sustainability, and community impact – transforming your facility into a future-ready asset.

Beating the Heat – Solutions Abound for High-Density AI & Data Centers

The future of AI demands smarter, more sustainable cooling systems. With WGI’s expertise, you can stay ahead of the curve and power innovation with confidence. Don’t let outdated systems hold you back – Equip your data center with the tools to maximize efficiency and lead the AI revolution!

Brightline Behind the Scenes

Download our whitepaper to uncover the secrets behind the success of this revolutionary project and learn how WGI’s innovation, expertise, and creative solutions can benefit your next project.

Topographic Mapping

Download our whitepaper today and let us introduce you to the insights that are truly transforming how our world is envisioned, designed, and experienced.

Inertial Surveying & Mapping of Subaqueous Pipelines

Unveiling the future of pipeline mapping. With real-world examples and meticulous detail, discover how WGI leveraged ground-breaking inertial navigation technology and innovative solutions to seamlessly map two critical bridges spanning the Florida Gulf Intercoastal Waterway.

From The Landfill To The Landscape

By simply sourcing & leveraging reusable materials, we can develop a new era of incredible buildings & landscapes without the reliance on ever-dwindling natural resources.

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