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Cemeteries are more than places of rest; they’re vital community spaces where families gather, honor legacies, and make meaningful decisions about the future. With Burial Search, cemeteries can elevate how they serve their communities by offering a powerful, intuitive, and modern experience for those visiting loved ones and those considering future interments.
For many cemeteries, going paperless can feel like a daunting task. Decades’ worth of paper records, handwritten ledgers, and physical maps may feel like they’ll never make it into a digital system. With CIMS, transitioning to a paperless workflow is easy, and all your records and documents are accessible at any time, from any device with an internet connection.
CIMS (Cemetery Information Management System) was created in 1998 with a simple goal: to help cemeteries manage their records and maps more efficiently. The idea originated when Ramaker, a 25-person engineering firm at the time, responded to a request for proposal from the City of Manitowoc, Wisconsin. That project revealed a broader need for intuitive, digital cemetery management solutions—and CIMS was born.
Managing cemetery records often involves working with stacks of old paper documents, maps, and handwritten notes. Transitioning from physical records to a digital system can seem overwhelming, but with the right tools, it becomes a seamless process. One of the most effective tools for this transition is a document camera—a device that makes it easy to digitize records and integrate them directly into CIMS Cloud.
When investing in CIMS cemetery software, you receive a comprehensive annual maintenance plan designed to keep your cemetery records secure, up-to-date, and easily accessible. We know that budget considerations are important. That’s why we strive to keep our maintenance plan costs reasonable while delivering high-quality support and services that help cemeteries operate smoothly and efficiently. Here’s what’s included in your CIMS support plan:
Not all cemetery maps are created equal. Many cemetery management platforms offer basic mapping capabilities, but CIMS Platinum takes it to the next level with its advanced GIS-powered maps. Unlike other software programs, CIMS Platinum doesn’t just mark grave locations—it builds a true-to-life model of the cemetery, incorporating burial shapes, custom markers, and real-time updates.
Losing all your cemetery records can be a daunting and stressful situation. Whether due to a natural disaster, an accidental deletion, or a system failure, the loss of these records can disrupt operations and create significant challenges for cemetery management. However, starting from scratch is possible, and CIMS Cemetery Software is here to guide you through the process. Here’s what you can do to rebuild and safeguard your records for the future.
At CIMS, we offer a range of unique tools designed to make your cemetery management experience seamless and efficient. One standout feature is our cost updating tool, which is user-friendly and provides flexibility in cemetery plot pricing. This is a tool that allows you to select certain “Available” spaces in your cemetery and update their price without having to click on each individually.
When you need to add a new section to your cemetery, the first step is to gather accurate information about the new area. This can be done in one of two ways:
Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) is an important tool for cemetery managers, offering a non-invasive and highly effective method for locating objects underground. Unlike traditional surveying techniques that may require digging and excavation, GPR allows for the detection of buried objects, including unknown burial locations, hidden artifacts, and utility lines, without disturbing the landscape.