Forerunner

San Francisco, California, USA · ≈75 employees · withforerunner.com

Forerunner is an enterprise software company founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Brooklyn, New York. The company specializes in AI-powered geospatial platforms that enhance the operations of local and state governments. By integrating fragmented systems and geospatial data, Forerunner provides actionable insights that help agencies manage the built environment and improve community resilience against hazards like floods and severe weather. The core product is a cloud-based platform that centralizes data related to floodplain management, disaster recovery, and community engagement. Key features include flood risk analysis, compliance support, workflow automation, and a public portal for community interaction. Forerunner serves nearly 200 government agencies across the United States, focusing on large cities and counties, and is dedicated to building tools that promote safer and more resilient communities.