### 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: Google Maps Platform [does every location have to be there? I sometimes get lost by it](/discussions/does-every-location-have-to-be-there-i-sometimes-get-lost-by-it) I've been to a place and then I used google maps fire to see the location and route of the trip, when I wanted to arrive the place wasn't there, this sometimes makes me confused. so I reviewed the place after a few minutes of looking for the location, finally found it and I thank google maps api. i love maps yes every location have to be there Answered: Moeez Khan on August 29, 2021 [Your answer](/discussions/does-every-location-have-to-be-there-i-sometimes-get-lost-by-it/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: Google Maps Platform [Can I use this for see updated satellite photos?](/discussions/can-i-use-this-for-see-updated-satellite-photos) My experience has been to survey locations where on Google Maps it is described as vacant land but the reality in the field is that there are many housing stands yes you can but have to wait for an update from the developer Answered: Ruly kurniawan sagala on August 30, 2021 [Your answer](/discussions/can-i-use-this-for-see-updated-satellite-photos/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: Google Maps Platform [why the my rute always chosen shortcut way](/discussions/why-the-my-rute-always-chosen-shortcut-way) Hopefully in the future there will be more road searches or clearer routes for motorbike or car users so they don't get lost because this device aims to make it easier for you on short trips and save time Answered: Ruly kurniawan sagala on August 30, 2021 [Your answer](/discussions/why-the-my-rute-always-chosen-shortcut-way/comments/new?remote=true) - [‹ Prev‹ Prev](/categories/gis/resources?discussions_page=5) - [1](/categories/gis/resources) - [2](/categories/gis/resources?discussions_page=2) - [3](/categories/gis/resources?discussions_page=3) - [4](/categories/gis/resources?discussions_page=4) - [5](/categories/gis/resources?discussions_page=5) - 6 - [7](/categories/gis/resources?discussions_page=7) - [8](/categories/gis/resources?discussions_page=8) - [9](/categories/gis/resources?discussions_page=9) - [10](/categories/gis/resources?discussions_page=10) - … - [36](/categories/gis/resources?discussions_page=36) - [37](/categories/gis/resources?discussions_page=37) - [Next ›Next ›](/categories/gis/resources?discussions_page=7) ## GIS Software Reports Mid-Market Grid® Report for GIS Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Grid® Report for GIS Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Enterprise Grid® Report for GIS Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Momentum Grid® Report for GIS Summer 2026 G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report Small-Business Grid® Report for GIS Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Enterprise Grid® Report for GIS Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Small-Business Grid® Report for GIS Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Mid-Market Grid® Report for GIS Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Grid® Report for GIS Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Momentum Grid® Report for GIS Spring 2026 G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report