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Key insights from the 2026 GIS Leadership Summit community survey

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What 176 Geospatial Leaders Told Us About Governance, Transformation, and Business Value

GIS has never been more important to organizations. As location intelligence becomes increasingly connected to digital transformation, operational efficiency, and decision-making, GIS leaders are being asked to deliver more value than ever before.

To better understand where organizations are on that journey, we asked GIS leaders across 57 industries to share their perspectives on governance, transformation, executive engagement, and business value.

More than 176 GIS professionals and leaders participated. While every organization is unique, several clear themes emerged. Below are the key themes that emerged followed by a deeper dive.

1. GIS Is Growing Up

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