The geospatial industry touches so many different parts of our lives and is so wide-ranging that it can be a challenge to keep up with all of the various subsections. That is why, every other week, we sweep the internet to find some stories that can highlight where things are in the industry today, ideally in a way that touches all different aspects of the sector. Today, we are highlighting the industry by looking at stories about some of the most pressing topics within the sector today, the role of GNSS in modern business, and how GIS can positively impact public service.
Find links to the full articles below.
The geospatial sector unpacked in six questions
GIM International
The geospatial industry experiences such constant, rapid growth and influxes of new technologies that it can be hard to find time to step back and look at the sector from a wider viewpoint. This article does exactly that, leaning on insights from four industry experts. These experts share perspective on the most impactful innovations in recent years, UAVs, data processing, and more.
The Critical Role Of GNSS In Today's Business Ecosystems
Ronald Bisio | Forbes
GNSS is not a new technology, as it’s been around for decades at this point. However, it continues to play an increasingly large role in all of our lives as GPS-connected devices are carried around wherever most of us go. As it’s become so important for our day-to-day lives, it is also making an increasingly large impact on business ecosystems as well. This article looks at the history of GNSS, how it has become such an important technology today, and the ways that is impacting how business is done in the modern era.
Connecting the Dots Between GIS and Public Service
GIS Hero | Esri
Finally, we have a story looking at work being done by Jim Alberque, who serves as the GIS and emerging technology manager for the city of Raleigh, North Carolina. The article looks at Alberque’s career in public service, and the value he’s been able to derive from GIS in order to better serve the growing city for which he works.
