The GeoPlace conference is a focal point for hundreds of geographic information experts – all of whom use or need location data to effect change and overcome key challenges.
Our speakers use the data you produce to make a tangible difference in their work. At the conference they demonstrated how your local authority address and street data is used to:
- Bring down the cost of running local government
- Improve quality of life for millions of people
- Make our cities, villages, and towns ‘smarter'
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Understand health and social issues at a household level
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Enable blue light services to work more effectively
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Map and monitor land use, ownership, and transactions
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Identify vulnerable people and provide the support they need
Additionally, attendees heard:
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An insight to our plans for the coming year
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More details about the Geospatial Commission's strategy and data improvement projects
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The collaboration we're undertaking with Royal Mail to achieve consistent working practices and shared standards
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How we're using AI to monitor road conditions and increase public safety.
Places for People
Conference sessions 2021
Watch videos from the day, and read the summaries of the different sessions.
