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What is a GeoPanda and why do I need one?
Event highlights: FOSS4G State of the Map
09 December 2020
Goodbye 2020!
09 December 2020
Well, what a year! Who would have predicted a global pandemic and the havoc it wreaked in 2020?
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Celebrating LocationTech’s launch
03 December 2020
During 2020, location technology’s profile was boosted, largely due to the global impact of COVID-19. It quickly became clear how location technology is crucial to the management of the pandemic; mapping of cases, contact tracing, regional lockdown management and dashboards. Earlier this month, LocationTech held its launch event in Wellington, Christchurch and online. Location and spatial professionals … Continue reading "What is a GeoPanda and why do I need one?"
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Celebrating location and sharing our story
12 November 2020
Since our last newsletter, there have been a couple of prominent elections. While there is little comparison between ours, here in New Zealand and the United States of America, both heralded change.
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Fresh beginnings and the power of location
15 October 2020
As winter rolls into spring and the country rolls out of lockdown, it’s time to give thought to what role your organisation can play in furthering our industry. Our transition from SIBA to LocationTech is well underway and with it comes a renewed sense of purpose. There is a palpable sense of achievement, but also a … Continue reading "What is a GeoPanda and why do I need one?"
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Celebrate World GIS Day 2020
14 October 2020
Next month’s international GIS Day is an opportunity for every organisation in New Zealand to demonstrate the power of location to everyone!
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September Newsletter - LocationTech Reinvented
10 September 2020
Welcome to the first edition of the LocationTech newsletter. As a reminder, the Spatial Industry Business Association (SIBA) joined the New Zealand Tech Alliance and has been reinvented LocationTech.
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