GIS stands for Geographic Information System, the connection between data and a map that gives us a framework to organize, communicate, and understand the geographic science of our world.
At its core, GIS is spatial data integrated into a map. This allows us to visualize patterns, changes, and trends that we can analyze and interpret, and from there make predictions. Organizations in almost every field and industry utilize GIS to ensure better decision-making and management.
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