49
States with CIMS cemeteriesBroad cemetery experience
1,000+
Cemeteries using CIMSTrusted by cemeteries across North America
105
Total employeesDedicated support for cemeteries
We are CIMS.
In 1998, CIMS (Cemetery Information Management System) was born out of a commitment to the dedicated cemetery representatives who keep their cemeteries running. Over the past two and a half decades, the Ramaker team has worked closely with more than 1,000 municipal, religious, and private cemeteries to create software and modules that simplify record-keeping and streamline everyday tasks.
Today, Ramaker provides approachable cemetery management solutions designed to meet the challenges modern cemeteries face. As a full-service architecture and engineering firm, Ramaker has the capabilities and reach to serve cemeteries across the nation.
Ramaker is also a 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) firm, and its employee-owners are dedicated to providing the best experience for our clients and strive to go above and beyond what is expected.
Meet the CIMS Team
75+ years of cemetery experience
Brandon Finley
Director of CIMS
Tim Annear
GIS Manager
Nathan Cavanagh
Senior Web Software Developer
Sarah Dailey
Web Software Developer
Debra Gotthart
CIMS Assistant
Lauren Hagi
GIS Analyst
Chip Hennig
Web Software Developer
Caitlyn Joy
Customer Success Specialist
Duncan McFarlane
GIS Analyst
Sarah Packer
Marketing Coordinator
Curtis Paul
Technology Manager
Laura Peterson
Customer Success Lead
Anna Zirkes
GIS Analyst
For Cemeteries Across the US and Canada
Over 1,000 cemeteries have chosen CIMS as their cemetery management solution.
An ESRI Partner
In 1997, Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (Esri)—the leader in GIS software development—officially recognized Ramaker as an authorized business partner. ESRI selects business partners on the basis of demonstrating a high level of expertise and experience using industry standard software developed by the organization. Our GIS Team utilizes the latest, cutting-edge software for developing information management and mapping tools. These tools assist with a variety of data processing and decision-making tasks.
Our Journey
Supporting cemeteries for three decades
1998
CIMS: the first cemetery software solution
Ramaker, the creator of CIMS, develops the first GIS-based software in the cemetery industry for the city of Manitowoc, WI.
1999-2013
Hundreds of cemeteries partner with CIMS
Hundreds of cemeteries across the US implement Desktop CIMS and CIMS Light. CIMS launches eCIMS, CIMS Kiosk, and a QuickBooks module.
2016
CIMS Cloud goes live
Ramaker introduces cloud-based cemetery software, allowing cemeterians to access data from anywhere with an internet connection.
2018
Increased mapping accuracy
CIMS expands its offerings to include 360 and drone imaging.
2022
Expanded support for cemeteries
CIMS begins offering ground penetrating radar services, implementing findings into CIMS maps.
2023
CIMS introduces a new software product: CIMS Plus
CIMS Plus combines a powerful database with user-generated mapping functionality.
Today
1,000+ cemeteries use CIMS
CIMS supports municipal, religious, and private cemeteries across the United States and Canada.
Join Our Team
We’re always looking for talented individuals who share our passion for cemetery tech.
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Data-driven cemetery management
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