The Rise of Agentic AI: How Intelligent Agents Will Transform GIS Workflows
In the near future, Artificial Intelligence in GIS will evolve from simple automation to sophisticated systems that can think, plan, and execute complex spatial tasks independently. Agentic AI represents a fundamental shift toward autonomous systems that understand...
The AI Revolution is Coming for GIS: What You Need to Know About Microsoft’s Latest Warning
Microsoft recently released a sobering analysis that has sent ripples through the professional world: a comprehensive list of the 40 occupations most at risk from artificial intelligence disruption. In their research paper “Working with AI: Measuring the...
Understanding the Geodatabase Format in ArcGIS Pro – Part 6
Read Part 1 Read Part 2 Read Part 3 Read Part 4 Read Part 5 Part 6: Geodatabase Development and Automation Welcome to the sixth installment of our ArcGIS Geodatabase series. In this article, we’ll explore the powerful world of geodatabase automation, focusing on...
File Geodatabases vs. Shapefiles: Understanding the Differences That Matter
For GIS professionals, choosing the right data format can significantly impact project efficiency, data integrity, and long-term sustainability. Two of the most commonly used vector data formats in the Esri ecosystem are shapefiles and file geodatabases. While both...