Process

A structured GIS process that stays flexible around the project.

The exact scope depends on the data, systems, users, timeline, and support needs. This framework shows how requirements, feedback, testing, and handoff are handled.

Engagement flow

Four phases, with the detail available when you need it.

Use the timeline to review the process without scrolling through a long sequence. Each phase can expand or contract depending on whether the project is a quick map, a workflow cleanup, or a larger GIS application.

Phase 01

Discovery

Clarify the problem, review existing data and workflows, and define the scope before committing to a build path.

  • Goals, audience, and decision points
  • Current maps, tables, systems, and manual steps
  • Scope, assumptions, constraints, and review points

Phase 02

Prototype

Create an early map, workflow, dashboard, or interface sample so users can react to the structure before every detail is finalized.

  • Focused proof of concept
  • Early feedback on usability
  • Adjustments before full buildout

Phase 03

Development

Build the GIS product, automation script, data model, dashboard, or map package using the agreed direction and realistic sample data.

  • Application or workflow build
  • Data preparation and configuration
  • Validation checks as the work is built

Phase 04

Deployment

Test the final deliverable, prepare it for the selected environment, and hand off the files, access notes, and maintenance guidance needed to keep it useful.

  • Functional, data, and access checks
  • Launch or delivery support
  • Documentation and follow-up options

Requirements gathering

Requirements are gathered through working examples, current data, user roles, and decision points instead of abstract feature lists alone.

Feedback handling

Feedback is tied to review milestones so map behavior, data fields, layouts, and outputs can be refined while scope remains clear.

Completion package

Clients may receive configured maps, application files, scripts, data documentation, process notes, and recommendations for next steps.