GIS is used extensivly in a variety of Industries

The use of GIS has become prolific in many different industries. As more and more agencies and companies see the value of GIS they realize greater return on their investments. From a broader perspective by incorporating GIS into business practices our collective society will become better stewards of our planet. By utilizing GIS we are able to provide more effective health care, our government can plan more efficiently for the future, our public safety will be greatly enhanced, transportation and utilities will be safer and processes streamlined, and we can secure our future by conserving our natural resources – both the environment and wildlife.

Please see the links below for more information on the role GIS currently plays in each of these areas.

Check out this site for a more indepth listing of additional industries using GIS