For many organizations map data is a necessity. As such, its value can sometimes be reduced to a budget line item instead of how the map data can be leveraged to create efficiencies.

Accuracy, reliability and updating frequency are typically on [...]

Map data is an essential tool and critical budget line item for GIS departments. Determining the right amount of money to set aside requires consideration and periodic review of several key licensing and internal costs.

If a map API is an integral part of your app, choosing the best fit for your mapping needs depends on several factors, with cost often listed near the top. Free map API options may sometimes be sufficient but defaulting to them to streamline [...]