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GIS is Old. Time to Start Over.
GIS is Old. Time to Start Over.
GIS is Old. Time to Start Over.
The current version of GIS can be seen as a 1.0 model—built in an era when computers were in their infancy, and storage and processing power were both limited and prohibitively expensive. It was originally tailored to meet the needs of landscape architects and urban planners. However, since those early days, computing technology has advan
The current version of GIS can be seen as a 1.0 model—built in an era when computers were in their infancy, and storage and processing power were both limited and prohibitively expensive. It was originally tailored to meet the needs of landscape architects and urban planners. However, since those early days, computing technology has advanced dramatically, and the demands for managing, analyzing, and modeling geospatial data have evolved significantly. Despite this progress, the foundational design of GIS, still widely in use, has become outdated and no longer meets modern requirements.
Geography Will Save Humanity
GIS is Old. Time to Start Over.
GIS is Old. Time to Start Over.
Geography allows us to shape the outcomes of our actions thoughtfully while harnessing the innate genius of nature.
Geospatial Disaster
GIS is Old. Time to Start Over.
Geospatial Will Change in 2025
Watching the devastating Southern California fires has left me overwhelmed with both sadness and frustration. Sadness for the countless lives permanently changed by this inferno, knowing that recovery will take decades. Frustration at the persistent unwillingness of society and governments to confront the undeniable reality of climate change and its existential threat to our planet.3
Geospatial Will Change in 2025
Why Cloud-Native Geospatial Matters.
Geospatial Will Change in 2025
The election of the Trump/Vance ticket signifies a fundamental shift in the United States government, opening the door to different opportunities. Implementing Project 2025, the blueprint for a new America will require geospatial technology and expertise. From a high-level point of view, the new regime will focus on extraction, including natural, human, and financial resources.
Why Cloud-Native Geospatial Matters.
Why Cloud-Native Geospatial Matters.
Why Cloud-Native Geospatial Matters.
Cloud-Native Geospatial represents a significant shift in how geospatial data is processed, stored, and analyzed. This approach offers GIS Professionals greater scalability, allowing them to handle massive datasets without relying on traditional and often limited on-premise infrastructure. Additionally, the cloud-native approach enhances collaboration and reduces cost.
The Enshitification of GIS
Why Cloud-Native Geospatial Matters.
Why Cloud-Native Geospatial Matters.
For decades, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) have helped people see the world differently. Planners, governments, corporations, researchers, and nonprofits use GIS to uncover geospatial relationships, manage resources and infrastructure, develop integrated plans, operationalize maps, and shape better futures. But as with many maturin
For decades, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) have helped people see the world differently. Planners, governments, corporations, researchers, and nonprofits use GIS to uncover geospatial relationships, manage resources and infrastructure, develop integrated plans, operationalize maps, and shape better futures. But as with many maturing technologies, GIS is entering a troubling phase—a process some call “enshitification.”
Enshittification: Warning Signs for the GIS and Geospatial Industry
Enshittification: Warning Signs for the GIS and Geospatial Industry
Enshittification: Warning Signs for the GIS and Geospatial Industry
Have you ever noticed your favorite app or software becoming less useful over time? It starts with small annoyances—more ads, features moving behind a paywall, or a clunky interface that never seems to get fixed. This slow decay isn’t a coincidence. It’s a process known as “enshittification,” and it’s affecting industries everywhere, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
GIS and Geospatial 2025: A Year in Review
Enshittification: Warning Signs for the GIS and Geospatial Industry
Enshittification: Warning Signs for the GIS and Geospatial Industry
By all accounts, 2025 was a year of turmoil and upheaval. The year began with widespread layoffs in the US Federal Government which was poorly managed and chaotic, sending shockwaves through the GIS and geospatial industries. These changes deeply affected professionals across the industry, leaving many careers in limbo. Simultaneously, fu
By all accounts, 2025 was a year of turmoil and upheaval. The year began with widespread layoffs in the US Federal Government which was poorly managed and chaotic, sending shockwaves through the GIS and geospatial industries. These changes deeply affected professionals across the industry, leaving many careers in limbo. Simultaneously, funding for critical projects were slashed, particularly those related to climate, Earth sciences, human health, infrastructure, global stability, sustainability, alternative fuels, and more.
The ongoing turmoil in the United States is creating ripple effects across numerous sectors, including the GIS/Geospatial industry. However, by taking a broader view, we can identify a few key areas where significant change emerged.
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