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GIS for Government

GIS software provides government bodies with the ability to make geospatial data and analysis more accessible – both to an internal audience, and to their constituents.

Knowing and understanding the location and characteristics of data such as population, transport networks, infrastructure and public services is fundamental to the effective and efficient operation of government bodies.

Use eSpatial OnDemand GIS™ to:

  • Map and track services and amenities.
  • Assess the need for new or relocated services and amenities in relation to population and demographics.
  • Share information with constituents.

Create efficiencies with cross-departmental cooperation

GIS software is used by a wide range of departments and cross-functional working groups within government bodies, working both independently and together to analyse and solve issues.

Whether at local, federal or national level, providing wide but controlled access to a single source of up-to-date, accurate data for analysis is critical to effective decision-making.

Using eSpatial OnDemand GIS™ facilitates cross-departmental cooperation:

  • Benefit from a single platform for the analysis of all geospatial data.
  • Work efficiently by uploading each dataset only once, and sharing it across the organisation.
  • Ensure data integrity and confidentiality by using granular user controls to grant permissions to data, queries and layers.

eSpatial OnDemand GIS simplifies geospatial collaboration, enabling teams to focus on solving the complex issues at hand.

Enhance transparency and public consultation

In the age of e-government initiatives and calls for greater transparency, government bodies are increasingly called upon to share information online with their constituents.

Providing constituents with a web-based portal to view maps is an increasingly popular way of publicising both current and planned services and amenities.

Using eSpatial OnDemand GIS enables government bodies to provide public-facing interactive web content that engages and informs their constituents about a range of services and issues.

Answer citizens’ questions like:

  • Where are the nearest bus stops to my office?
  • What schools, libraries and parks are near a house I want to buy?
  • Where’s the nearest recycling centre?

When it comes to public consultation on new initiatives, maps generated by GIS software provides a clear visual output that helps to better inform constituents.

For example, the proposed location of a new community centre can be added to the existing area data.

Concerned citizens can see:

  • Where the proposed centre is in relation to other community centres.
  • How well-serviced the centre would be by public transportation.
  • Where the proposed location is in relation to other amenities like libraries, parks and hospitals.

How governments use GIS software

Government bodies use GIS to investigate a range of issues, including:

  • Employment rates
    Map, visualise and build graphs based on employment and unemployment rates in local areas. Add layers of information from census data, such as age, gender, average annual household income.

  • Crime
    Analyse surroundings and demographics of areas with high crime rates. Create and compare reports based on current and historical data and statistics. Add layers to highlight recurring crimes within a particular area, and the number of officers available within the area.

  • Neighbourhood renewal
    Map and analyse information to distinguish areas in need of funding. View and plot the current facilities available within a neighbourhood and add layers to illustrate what areas are in need of additional facilities, and where the facilities should be located.

  • Coastal management
    Solve planning and management issues in relation to coastal areas. Visualise and map shoreline classification, biological resources and monitor erosion. Plan and quickly respond to both natural and man-made disasters such as tsunamis, storms and oil spills.

Case studies

Customers in Government using eSpatial OnDemand GIS include:

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