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Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology is used in a variety of ways across municipal operations.
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What is GIS?
GIS stands for Geographic Information System and is a spatial system that creates, manages, analyzes, and maps all types of data. GIS connects data to a map, integrating location data (where things are) with all types of descriptive information (what things are like there). This provides a foundation for mapping and analysis that is used in science and almost every industry. GIS helps users understand patterns, relationships, and geographic context. The benefits include improved communication and efficiency as well as better management and decision making. (ESRI, 2022)
Learn More About GIS
In Perth County, GIS is used for:
- Online building permit applications and inspections
- Road and sidewalk inspections and maintenance
- Planning and development applications
- Official plan consultations and management
- Snow plow and transit route development
- Municipal asset management programs
- Land parcel information management
- Risk and response information
- Municipal addressing programs
- And more!
Learn more about GIS:
- GIS Dictionary - Learn more about common GIS terminology!
- ESRI Canada GIS Overview - Learn more about Geographic Information Systems and what they do!
- History of GIS - Learn about the history of GIS!