Esri Map Book

Geography and maps have always played a critical role in advancing civilization. Today, GIS is accelerating that role, supporting and embedding geographic knowledge into everything humans do. It’s increasingly being used as a platform for understanding everything we know.

GIS based mapping is providing a language for better communication, collaboration and holistic problem solving. GIS is also breaking down silos and integrating systems across organizations, fueling new insights at all scales.

Advances in remote sensing, cloud computing, GeoAI, and other technologies are enhancing GIS capabilities in many fields. These capabilities, when combined with the internet, are creating a massive platform of shared geospatial intelligence. I like to refer to this pattern as a kind of “nervous system” for the planet, offering a common language for understanding and decision-making.

The works highlighted in the Esri Map Book, Volume 41, show many new geospatial approaches and notable insights. They provide the evidence of how important the work of GIS professionals is becoming.

Warm regards,

Jack Dangermond