Enterprise AI Cannot Do Without the Geospatial Layer
shashib · x · 2026-07-13
Arriving in San Diego for the Esri User Conference, the author observes that the more you look at enterprise AI, the more you realize that many projects ultimately land on the layer of "real-world locations." Geospatial information and spatial data are key capabilities connecting digital systems with the physical world. For example, he notes that hotel giants like Marriott use GIS software to monitor risks across 9,000 properties, even though many users wouldn't even call it GIS. The article also includes a primer on the entire geospatial field, covering its uses, players, evolution, and future directions.
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