### Contents - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) # GIS Software Resources ##### Articles, Glossary Terms, Discussions, and Reports to expand your knowledge on GIS Software Resource pages are designed to give you a cross-section of information we have on specific categories. You'll find [articles](#resources-articles) from our experts, [feature definitions](#resources-glossary_terms), [discussions](#resources-discussions) from users like you, and [reports](#resources-reports) from industry data. [ContentsExpand/Collapse Contents](#) - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) ## GIS Software Articles [![What Is GIS Mapping? (+How to Use the Different Types of GIS Maps)](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_BI029_Backlog_Images_%5BGIS_Mapping%5D_V1a.png "What Is GIS Mapping? (+How to Use the Different Types of GIS Maps)")](https://www.g2.com/articles/gis-mapping) [ ### What Is GIS Mapping? (+How to Use the Different Types of GIS Maps) ](https://www.g2.com/articles/gis-mapping) Maps are one of the most effective ways to present data. They display where we live, where we move, who we interact with and, ultimately, where we’re headed. [ ![Michael Gigante](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Michael Gigante") MG ](https://learn.g2.com/author/michael-gigante) by Michael Gigante [![What Is Spatial Analysis? How It Benefits Geospatial Understanding](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_FI489_Learn_Article_Images_%5BSpatial_Analysis%5D_V1b.png "What Is Spatial Analysis? How It Benefits Geospatial Understanding")](https://www.g2.com/articles/spatial-analysis) [ ### What Is Spatial Analysis? How It Benefits Geospatial Understanding ](https://www.g2.com/articles/spatial-analysis) Studying the Earth is not an easy feat. [ ![Brynne Ramella](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Brynne Ramella") BR ](https://learn.g2.com/author/brynne-ramella) by Brynne Ramella [![What Is GIS? (+How to Use It to Improve Your Business)](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_BI046_Backlog_Images-%5BWhat_is_GIS%5D-_V1b.png "What Is GIS? (+How to Use It to Improve Your Business)")](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-gis) [ ### What Is GIS? (+How to Use It to Improve Your Business) ](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-gis) GIS stands for geographical information systems. These systems allow users to visualize geographical data and perform GIS mapping. [ ![Michael Gigante](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Michael Gigante") MG ](https://learn.g2.com/author/michael-gigante) by Michael Gigante ## GIS Software Glossary Terms [![Building Information Modeling](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI696_Glossary_Article_Images_%5BBuilding_Information_Modeling_BIM%5D_V1a.png "Building Information Modeling")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/building-information-modeling-definition) [Building Information Modeling](https://www.g2.com/glossary/building-information-modeling-definition) Building information modeling (BIM) is an all-inclusive process of generating and handling information for a constructed asset. Learn more about its types. by Sagar Joshi [![GIS](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/GIS-tech%20gloss-AS.jpg "GIS")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/gis-definition) [GIS](https://www.g2.com/glossary/gis-definition) GIS is a system for collecting, managing, and analyzing geographical data. Our G2 guide can help you understand GIS, how it’s used by industry professionals, and its benefits. by Anindita Sengupta ## GIS Software Discussions 0 Question on: Citymapper [Why is Citymapper better than Google Maps?](/discussions/why-is-citymapper-better-than-google-maps) Why is Citymapper better than Google Maps? There is navigation route for bicycle and has less confusing navigation as it allows calibration of compass by clicking on the GPS button to make it easier to locate yourself from the front. It also has routes by bus or MRT for easy transfer to public transport nodes. However, it would be better to have a Power Assisted Bicycle route to help delivery riders avoid LTA fine and easy delivery process by knowing where to park and more shelters to protect against harmful UV rays from the sun and thunderstorm. Answered: Jun Hao 俊豪 ஜுன்ஹாவோ 준하오 Ong 王 on April 10, 2022 [Your answer](/discussions/why-is-citymapper-better-than-google-maps/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: Google Maps Platform [Is Google Places API free?](/discussions/is-google-places-api-free) Is Google Places API free? Google Places API is not entirely free, but it offers multiple options to help you use it without incurring charges. It offers both free and paid options as per your requirement. Check out https://developers.google.com/maps/documentation/places/web-service/usage-and-billing for more information. Answered: Sachin Kaushik on February 21, 2024 [Your answer](/discussions/is-google-places-api-free/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: eSpatial [What does mapping software do?](/discussions/what-does-mapping-software-do) What does mapping software do? For our ad agency it helps us refine digital and video targeting, ID and explore opportunity zip codes, and even have a sense of sales effectiveness. 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