Have you ever wanted to create your own maps, or integrate and visualize spatial datasets to examine changes in trends between locations and over time? Follow along with these training tutorials on QGIS, an open source geographic information system (GIS) and learn key concepts, procedures and skills for performing common GIS tasks – such as creating maps, as well as joining, overlaying and visualizing spatial datasets. These tutorials are geared towards new GIS users. We’ll start with foundational concepts, and build towards more advanced topics throughout – demonstrating how with a few relatively easy steps you can get quite a lot out of GIS. You can then extend these skills to datasets of thematic relevance to you in addressing tasks faced in your day-to-day work.

The Geographic Information System (GIS) Market Report is Segmented by Component (Hardware, Software, and Services), Function (Mapping, Surveying, and More), Deployment Mode (On-Premise and Cloud), End-User Industry (Agriculture, Utilities, Mining, Construction, and More), and Geography. The Market Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD).

The global Geographic Information System (GIS) market is projected to reach a valuation of $10,270 million by the end of 2033, expanding at a CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period of 2025-2033. The market growth is primarily driven by increasing adoption of GIS technology in various industries including oil and gas, construction, mining, transport, public utilities, and others. Moreover, the rising demand for accurate and timely geospatial data for decision-making and planning purposes is further contributing to the market growth. Key trends in the GIS market include the adoption of cloud-based GIS solutions, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) for advanced data analysis, and the development of real-time GIS applications. The market is highly competitive, with established players such as Hexagon, Topcon, Trimble, and Autodesk holding significant market share. However, smaller companies and startups are also entering the market with innovative GIS solutions, creating opportunities for market disruption and growth. Overall, the GIS market is expected to witness significant growth in the coming years, driven by advancements in technology and increasing demand for geospatial information.

IntroductionGeographic Information Systems (GIS) and spatial analysis are emerging tools for global health, but it is unclear to what extent they have been applied to HIV research in Africa. To help inform researchers and program implementers, this scoping review documents the range and depth of published HIV-related GIS and spatial analysis research studies conducted in Africa.MethodsA systematic literature search for articles related to GIS and spatial analysis was conducted through PubMed, EMBASE, and Web of Science databases. Using pre-specified inclusion criteria, articles were screened and key data were abstracted. Grounded, inductive analysis was conducted to organize studies into meaningful thematic areas.Results and discussionThe search returned 773 unique articles, of which 65 were included in the final review. 15 different countries were represented. Over half of the included studies were published after 2014. Articles were categorized into the following non-mutually exclusive themes: (a) HIV geography, (b) HIV risk factors, and (c) HIV service implementation. Studies demonstrated a broad range of GIS and spatial analysis applications including characterizing geographic distribution of HIV, evaluating risk factors for HIV, and assessing and improving access to HIV care services.ConclusionsGIS and spatial analysis have been widely applied to HIV-related research in Africa. The current literature reveals a diversity of themes and methodologies and a relatively young, but rapidly growing, evidence base.

Quantum Geographic Information Systems (QGIS) is a user friendly open source GIS software. This workshop will introduce the interface and exhibit a small portion of spatial analysis techniques QGIS offers to familiarize you with some of the basis, and to illustrate the fundamentals of GIS. The workshop is targeted for beginners.The attendees will have a hands-on practice to apply the spatial analysis tools and create a map as as a final output.

In this tutorial, you will be introduced to the basics of the ArcGIS Online Web-based Geographic Information System (GIS) software tool. You will begin by exploring spatial data in the form of map layers that are available on the Web as well as map applications (apps). You will then use the ArcGIS Online Map Viewer to search for content, add features to a map, and save and share your completed map with others.

Market Overview and Growth: The global Geographic Information Technology (GIT) services market is experiencing steady growth, with a market size of XXX million in 2025 and a projected CAGR of XX% from 2025 to 2033. This growth is attributed to factors such as urbanization, increased demand for geospatial data in decision-making processes, and advancements in surveying and mapping technologies. The market is segmented by type (surveying and mapping, satellite navigation, GIS, etc.) and application (commercial, government, military). Major companies operating in this space include ERSI, Hexagon, Pitney Bowes, and SuperMap. Market Trends and Restraints: Key trends in the GIT services market include the rapid adoption of GIS technology for urban planning and management, the increasing use of satellite imagery for environmental monitoring, and the integration of geospatial data with IoT and AI systems. However, market growth is tempered by factors such as the high cost of GIS software and data, the need for specialized expertise in GIS, and data security concerns related to geospatial data sharing. Regionally, North America and Europe are the dominant markets for GIT services, while emerging markets such as Asia Pacific and South America present significant growth opportunities.

The global GIS mapping tools market is experiencing robust growth, driven by increasing demand across diverse sectors. The market, estimated at $15 billion in 2025, is projected to expand at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 8% from 2025 to 2033, reaching approximately $28 billion by 2033. This growth is fueled by several key factors. Firstly, the burgeoning adoption of cloud-based solutions offers scalability, cost-effectiveness, and enhanced accessibility to a wider user base, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Secondly, the escalating need for precise spatial data analysis in various applications, such as urban planning, geological exploration, and water resource management, is significantly boosting market demand. The increasing integration of GIS with other technologies like AI and IoT further amplifies its capabilities, leading to more sophisticated applications and increased market penetration. Finally, government initiatives promoting digitalization and smart city development across the globe are indirectly fueling this market expansion. However, certain restraints limit market growth. The high initial investment cost for advanced GIS software and the requirement for skilled professionals to operate these systems can be a barrier, especially for smaller organizations. Additionally, data security and privacy concerns related to the handling of sensitive geographical information pose challenges to wider adoption. Market segmentation reveals strong growth in the cloud-based GIS segment, driven by its inherent advantages, while applications in urban planning and geological exploration lead the application-based segmentation. North America and Europe currently hold significant market shares, with strong growth potential in the Asia-Pacific region due to increasing infrastructure development and government investments. Leading companies like Esri, Hexagon, and Autodesk are shaping the market landscape through continuous innovation and competitive pricing strategies, while the emergence of open-source options like QGIS and GRASS GIS provides alternative, cost-effective solutions.

CrimeMapTutorial is a step-by-step tutorial for learning crime mapping using ArcView GIS or MapInfo Professional GIS. It was designed to give users a thorough introduction to most of the knowledge and skills needed to produce daily maps and spatial data queries that uniformed officers and detectives find valuable for crime prevention and enforcement. The tutorials can be used either for self-learning or in a laboratory setting. The geographic information system (GIS) and police data were supplied by the Rochester, New York, Police Department. For each mapping software package, there are three PDF tutorial workbooks and one WinZip archive containing sample data and maps. Workbook 1 was designed for GIS users who want to learn how to use a crime-mapping GIS and how to generate maps and data queries. Workbook 2 was created to assist data preparers in processing police data for use in a GIS. This includes address-matching of police incidents to place them on pin maps and aggregating crime counts by areas (like car beats) to produce area or choropleth maps. Workbook 3 was designed for map makers who want to learn how to construct useful crime maps, given police data that have already been address-matched and preprocessed by data preparers. It is estimated that the three tutorials take approximately six hours to complete in total, including exercises.

As a permanent service of Eurostat, GISCO: promotes and stimulates the use of GIS within the European Statistical System and the Commission; manages and disseminates the Geographical reference database of the Commission; acts as a reference centre concerning GIS; promotes geo-referencing of statistics and collaboration between national statistical institutes and mapping agencies; pursues and ensures standardisation and harmonisation in the exchange of Geographic Information; co-leads the INSPIRE initiative on the introduction of a European Spatial Data Infrastructure.

Within the framework of the GISCO project, an extensive geo-referenced database has been developed. One of the main topics of the GISCO mandate is to extend, maintain and update this database. List of data sets offered by GISCO per ISO 19115 topic category (short name in []):

             a) Farming: farm accountancy data network [FADN]

b) Biota: Natural Vegetation [VEGT], Biogeographical Zones [BIOG], Biotopes [BIOT] c) Boundaries: Territorial Units for Statistics (NUTS + Statistical Regions) [NUTS], Communes [COMM], Subcommunes [SCOM], Administrative regions [ADRG], Countries [CNTR] d) Climatology / Meteorology / Atmosphere: Climate [CLIM] e) Economy: Fishing Areas [FISH] f) Elevation: Digital Elevation Model [DEM], Bathimetry [BATH] g) Environment: Land Quality [LNQU], Designated Areas [DSIG] h) Geo-scientific information: Soil Erosion Risk [SOER], Geology Geomorphology ErosionTrend [ERTR], Soil [SOIL], Sediments Discharges [SDDS], Coastal Erosion [COER] i) Imagery/Base maps/Earth cover: Land Cover [LCOV] j) Inland waters: Water Patterns [WTPT], Lakes [LAKE], Watersheds [WTSH] k) Locations: Geographical Grid [GGGR], LUCAS [LUCA], Settlements [STTL], Gazetteer [GAZZ] l) Oceans: Coastline boundaries [COAS], Sea Level rise [SELV] m) Planning/Cadastre: Inter Regional [IREG], Leader Zones [LEAD], Less Favoured Areas [LFAV], National Support [NTSU], Structural Funds Zones [STFU], Urban Audit [URAU] n) Society: Population [POPU], Degree of urbanisation [DGUR] o) Transportation: Airports [AIRP], Ferry links [FERR], Ports [PORT], Road infrastructure [ROAD], Railway infrastructure [RAIL] p) Utilities/Communication: Nuclear Power [NUPW], Energy Production [ENPR], Energy Transport [ENTR]

Further details can be found in gisco_naming_conventions_20090831.pdf

This presentation provides an overview of Atlantic provincial and city GIS resources.

The global GIS mapping tools market is experiencing robust growth, driven by increasing demand across diverse sectors. The market's expansion is fueled by several key factors: the rising adoption of cloud-based GIS solutions offering enhanced accessibility and scalability, the escalating need for precise spatial data analysis in urban planning and resource management, and the expanding application of GIS in geological exploration for efficient resource discovery and extraction. Furthermore, advancements in location-based services (LBS) and the integration of GIS with other technologies such as IoT and AI are creating new opportunities and driving market expansion. While the market size in 2025 is estimated at $15 billion (a reasonable assumption considering similar market sizes for related technologies), the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) is projected to remain strong, likely exceeding 8% through 2033. This sustained growth indicates a highly promising market outlook for vendors and investors. However, market growth is not without challenges. High initial investment costs for sophisticated GIS software and the requirement for skilled personnel to operate and maintain these systems can pose barriers to entry, particularly for smaller organizations. Additionally, data security concerns and the need for robust data management strategies are critical factors impacting market adoption. Despite these constraints, the continued integration of GIS tools into various business processes and the growing availability of user-friendly, affordable solutions are expected to mitigate these challenges and propel the market towards sustained and significant growth in the coming years. Segmentation reveals a strong preference for cloud-based solutions due to their flexibility and cost-effectiveness, with the geological exploration and urban planning applications exhibiting the highest growth rates. Key players such as Esri, Autodesk, and Hexagon are strategically positioned to capitalize on these trends.

Cartography is the knowledge associated with the art, science, and technology of maps. Maps portray spatial relationships among selected phenomena of interest and increasingly are used for analysis and synthesis. Through digital cartography and web mapping, however, it is possible for almost anyone to produce a bad map in minutes. Although cartography has undergone a radical transformation through the introduction of digital technology, fundamental principles remain. Doing computer cartography well requires a broad understanding of graphicacy as a language (as well as numeracy and literacy). This course provides an introduction to the principles, concepts, software, and hardware necessary to produce good maps, especially in the context (and limitations) of geographic information systems (GIS) and the web.

You will be asked to work through a series of modules that present information relating to a specific topic. You will also complete a series of cartography projects to reinforce the material. Lastly, you will complete term projects. Please see the sequencing document for our suggestions as to the order in which to work through the material. We have also provided PDF versions of the lectures with the notes included.

I’d love to begin by saying that I have not “arrived” as I believe I am still on a journey of self-discovery. I have heard people say that they find my journey quite interesting and I hope my story inspires someone out there.I had my first encounter with Geographic Information System (GIS) in the third year of my undergraduate study in Geography at the University of Ibadan, Oyo State Nigeria. I was opportune to be introduced to the essentials of GIS by one of the prominent Environmental and Urban Geographers in person of Dr O.J Taiwo. Even though the whole syllabus and teaching sounded abstract to me due to the little exposure to a practical hands-on approach to GIS software, I developed a keen interest in the theoretical learning and I ended up scoring 70% in my final course exam.

Explore Market Research Intellect's Geographic Information System Analytics Market Report, valued at USD 12.2 billion in 2024, with a projected market growth to USD 29.5 billion by 2033, and a CAGR of 10.5% from 2026 to 2033.

In Module 1 Lesson 2 of the Green Drone AZ program, you'll be introduced to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology. We'll explore how we utilize this technology to improve management on the Lower Salt River Restoration Project (LSRRP). We'll also discuss varying forms of data collection and how these approaches translate to vegetation monitoring of conservation efforts. Lastly, we'll introduce how Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) or drone technology is rewriting the possibilities of data collection and monitoring in a broad variety of disciplines.

This GIS dataset offers a link to the California portion of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Species (NAS) information resource for the United States Geological Survey. The NAS program has been established as a central repository for accurate and spatially referenced biogeographic accounts of nonindigenous aquatic species. The program provides scientic reports, online/realtime queries, spatial data sets, regional contact lists, and general information. The goal of the information system is to provide timely, reliable data about the presence and distribution of nonindigenous aquatic species. The NAS database contains locality information for more than 1100 species of vertebrates, invertebrates, and vascular plants. The NAS program provides a continual national repository of distribution information for nonindigenous aquatic species that is used to gain an understanding of aquatic introductions, identify geographic gaps, and access the status of introduced aquatic species nationwide. Data are obtained from many sources including literature, museums, databases, monitoring programs, state and federal agencies, professional communications, online reporting forms, and Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) hotline reports. The NAS program defines a nonindigenous aquatic species as a member(s) of a species that enters a body of water of aquatic ecosystem outside of its historic or native range. This includes not only species that arrived from outside of North America but also species native to North America that have been introduced to drainages outside their ranges within the country. Please visit http://nas.er.usgs.gov for more information and to see all of the products and data available through the NAS program.

An introduction to ArcView 3.x. (Note: Data associated with this presentation is available on the DLI FTP site under folder 1873-204.)

The global arborist software market was valued at USD 350.79 Million in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 881.04 Million by 2030, registering a CAGR of 12.2% for the forecast period 2023-2030. Factors Affecting Arborist Software Market Growth

Growing awareness of tree care coupled with benefits of arborist software

With increased awareness of environmental conservation and the importance of urban green spaces, there's a rising demand for professional tree care services. Growing environmental education coupled with technology adoption in tree management helps to drive the arborist software demand. Arborist software helps urban planners, municipalities, and property owners effectively manage and care for trees in cities and suburbs. Arborist software streamlines various tasks like tree inventory management, maintenance scheduling, and communication with clients. This leads to improved efficiency and productivity for arborists.

The Restraining Factor of Arborist Software:

Data Security, privacy concerns;

Data security and privacy concerns are indeed significant factors that can impact the adoption of arborist software. Arborist software often stores information about clients' properties, contact details, and potentially even financial information. Many arborist software solutions use location data to map and manage trees. This location data could be misused if it falls into the wrong hands.

Market Opportunity:

Rising need to improve tree inventory practices;

The rising need to improve tree inventory practices is driven by several factors, including urbanization, environmental awareness, and advancements in technology. As cities grow and expand, urban planners need accurate tree inventory data to ensure that trees are integrated into urban design. Tree inventory helps prevent conflicts between infrastructure development and tree preservation. Arborists software helps to create and maintain digital inventories of trees, including information about species, location, size, health, and maintenance history. In addition, features like Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, and mobile data collection technologies have made it easier to create, update, and manage tree inventories.

The COVID-19 impact on Arborist Software Market

The COVID-19 pandemic had various impacts on industries and markets, including the arborist software market. During lockdowns and restrictions, some tree care activities might have been deprioritized due to the sudden focus on healthcare sector. However, the pandemic accelerated digital transformation across industries. Arborists who were previously reliant on manual processes might have recognized the benefits of adopting software for tasks like inventory management, reporting, and client communication. Introduction of Arborist Software

An arborist is a professional who specializes in the cultivation, management, and study of trees, shrubs, and other woody plants. Arborists are trained in tree care practices, including planting, pruning, disease and pest management, and overall tree health maintenance. Arborist software are tools used to assist arborists in their work. These software solutions can provide various functionalities to help arborists manage and maintain trees effectively. Arborists can use software to create and maintain digital inventories of trees, including information about species, location, size, health, and maintenance history. Some common features of arborist software include tree inventory management, health assessment, risk assessment, mapping and GIS integration etc.

Studies performing spatial regressions, regressions with spatially varying coefficients, and joint spatial modeling.