Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
The Texas GIS Forum 2026 is a premier event for GIS professionals, taking place from October 19 to 23 at the Commons Conference Center in Austin, Texas. This forum provides a platform for networking, sharing innovative ideas, and learning about the latest advancements in geospatial technology.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with industry leaders and participate in hands-on workshops and presentations. Texas GIS Forum 2026 takes place in Austin, United States.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: Texas GIS Forum 2026 takes place from October 19 to 23, 2026, at Commons Conference Center, Austin, Texas.
- 2Scale and Focus: This event connects GIS professionals to discuss innovations and advancements in geospatial technology.
- 3Organiser: Hosted by the Texas Geographic Information Office, dedicated to enhancing GIS in Texas.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include GIS professionals, government officials, and industry leaders.
- 5Entry Details: Registration is available online with various pricing options for attendees.
Why visit
Attending the Texas GIS Forum offers valuable insights into the latest geospatial technologies and practices. Network with peers, learn from expert speakers, and participate in interactive sessions that highlight the future of GIS in Texas. This event is essential for professionals looking to enhance their skills and knowledge in the geospatial field.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at the Texas GIS Forum provides unparalleled access to a targeted audience of GIS professionals and decision-makers. Showcase your products and services, engage with potential clients, and establish your brand as a leader in the geospatial industry. This is a unique opportunity to connect with key stakeholders and drive business growth.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Texas state agency GIS coordinators and analysts who maintain parcel, address point and hydrography layers for public services
City and county GIS managers from across Texas who buy software, imagery and data-maintenance services
Utility, pipeline and telecom GIS specialists managing asset networks and right-of-way records
Remote sensing and LiDAR specialists producing elevation, point cloud and orthoimagery products
Geodatabase and web-mapping developers working in ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise and open-source GIS stacks
Emergency management, NG911 and addressing staff responsible for address points and dispatch mapping
Transportation and infrastructure planners using GIS for corridor, drainage and growth modelling
Federal, military and regional geospatial staff working with Texas data sharing agreements
Academics, researchers and students in geography, geoinformatics and survey engineering
Vendors and consultants attending to scope agency requirements and renew data contracts
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
GIS platform and software vendors demonstrating desktop, enterprise and web mapping products to Texas agencies
Imagery and elevation providers selling aerial orthophotography, LiDAR and point cloud collections
Survey and GNSS equipment suppliers showing total stations, receivers and mobile mapping hardware
UAV and drone mapping firms offering photogrammetry and corridor inspection services
Address point, parcel and street centreline data vendors serving appraisal districts and 911 authorities
Cloud hosting and geospatial infrastructure providers supporting state data portals
GIS staffing, training and professional services firms that support agency teams between projects
Consultancies delivering needs assessments, data governance and custom geoprocessing workflows
Universities and research centres presenting geospatial certificate and degree programmes
Non-profit and standards bodies working on metadata, data sharing and open geospatial practice
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Desktop GIS software and extensions (ArcGIS Pro, QGIS and add-on tools)
Enterprise geodatabases, spatial data servers and web services
Cloud GIS platforms, portal hosting and managed spatial infrastructure
Aerial orthoimagery acquisition and update programmes
LiDAR, point cloud processing and digital elevation products
Parcel data, address points, street centrelines and cadastral maintenance services
Hydrography, elevation and natural resource datasets for Texas watersheds
GNSS receivers, total stations and mobile mapping hardware
UAV platforms and drone-based photogrammetry services
Web mapping application development and dashboard tools
Metadata, data governance and records management consulting
GIS training, certification and workforce development resources
Location & Facilities
Venue
Commons Conference Center
1700 N. Congress, Room B-40, Austin, Texas, 78701
Facilities
Parking
Commons Conference Center in Austin typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Commons Conference Center in Austin typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Commons Conference Center for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Government Early Registration
Ends 9/15
400Government Standard Registration
Ends 10/5
450Government Late Registration
475Industry Early Registration
Ends 9/15
475Industry Standard Registration
Ends 10/5
525Industry Late Registration
575Student/Public Rate
Valid student ID required
75
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Austin, United States
Why it matters
On 2026-10-19 to 2026-10-23, Texas GIS Forum 2026 in Austin covering Geospatial software and applications, Mapping and visualization tools, Data collection and analysis services, Training a gives technology buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
Industry trends
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Hybrid engagement models
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · USD
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Austin-Bergstrom International
to venue
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
economy
Downtown / UniversityUSD 118–158 / night
Approx. nightly band for 19-23 October 2026 (estimate, confirm at booking). Free breakfast and Wi-Fi, paid parking and an outdoor pool. Drive to the north-central venue is roughly 15-25 min outside peak traffic.
Hotel Indigo Austin Downtown - University by IHG
midscale
Downtown / UniversityUSD 165–215 / night
Approx. nightly band (estimate). Paid breakfast, paid parking, outdoor pool, fitness centre and bar. Walkable to downtown restaurants and a short rideshare to the venue.
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
midscale
DowntownUSD 175–230 / night
Approx. nightly band (estimate). Free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, paid parking and a restaurant on site; kitchen-equipped rooms help on a five-night stay. Allow 15-30 min by car to the venue.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Central
midscale
Central AustinUSD 160–210 / night
Approx. nightly band (estimate). Central Austin position shortens the drive to the J.J. Pickle Research Campus venue compared with downtown hotels; confirm parking charges at booking.
Placemakr Austin Downtown, Apartments by Hilton
upscale
DowntownUSD 185–245 / night
Approx. nightly band (estimate). Apartment-style units with kitchens, paid parking, pool and fitness centre; practical for teams or attendees staying the full five days.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Austin North (Pflugerville), TX
economy
Austin North / PflugervilleUSD 95–135 / night
Approx. nightly band (estimate), the cheapest option in the captured shortlist. Free breakfast and Wi-Fi, but the northern location adds 20-30 min of driving each morning, so weigh the saving against daily travel.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
CapMetro local bus
Estimated costApprox. USD 1.25 single ride and USD 2.50 day pass (estimate; confirm current CapMetro fares)
Best forDowntown Austin to the Burnet Road / north-central Austin venue corridor
Local routes run along the Burnet Road corridor; the final stretch to the venue is a walk or a short rideshare. Allow 45-60 min door to door from downtown and check the trip planner the night before.
Airport bus (CapMetro Route 20 Airport Flyer)
Estimated costApprox. USD 1.25 single ride (estimate; confirm the current Airport Flyer fare and timetable)
Best forAustin-Bergstrom International (AUS) to downtown Austin
Cheapest airport option if you are staying downtown, then transfer to a local route or rideshare for the venue. Not practical with heavy luggage for a five-day show.
CapMetro Red Line commuter rail
Estimated costApprox. USD 3.50 single ride or USD 7.00 day pass (estimate; confirm zone fares)
Best forDowntown and Leander line to Kramer Station, then rideshare or walk to the venue
Rail avoids I-35 and Mopac congestion; Kramer Station is the closest rail stop to the Pickle Research Campus area, with a short final connection for the last stretch.
Rideshare (Uber / Lyft)
Estimated costApprox. USD 30-45 per trip (estimate; surge pricing can push higher at peak)
Best forAustin-Bergstrom International (AUS) to Commons Conference Center
Use the marked rideshare pickup zone on the lower level at AUS. Journey time is 25-40 min outside rush hour and up to 55 min in morning traffic.
Taxi
Estimated costApprox. USD 18-28 per trip plus tip (estimate; metered, confirm rate on pickup)
Best forDowntown hotel to the venue
Taxis are metered and available at hotel stands and the airport taxi rank; useful if you prefer a receipted fare over dynamic rideshare pricing.
Rideshare short hop
Estimated costApprox. USD 12-20 per trip (estimate)
Best forUniversity of Texas / downtown hotels to the venue
The most common daily pattern for attendees staying downtown: a 15-25 min rideshare each morning, with return trips peaking at the end of the afternoon sessions.
Bike share / scooter
Estimated costApprox. USD 1 unlock plus USD 0.30-0.40 per minute (estimate; check the local operator's current rates)
Best forKramer Station and Burnet Road corridor to the venue
Workable for short last-mile links in dry weather, but not for luggage or stormy afternoons. Helmet use and sidewalk rules vary locally.
Private car and visitor parking
Estimated costApprox. USD 0-15 per day for campus visitor parking (venue rate not published in captures; confirm before travel)
Best forSelf-drive from downtown or north Austin to the venue
Surface lots serve the Commons Conference Center. Arrive 20-30 min before the first session, as the closest lots fill quickly during the main conference days.
Weather
Mid-to-late October in Austin brings warm afternoons and much cooler nights. The public Open-Meteo outlook captured for 19-23 October 2026 shows 19 October overcast with a high near 26°C and a low near 10°C, 20 October mainly clear with a high near 29°C and a low near 14°C, 21 October clear with a high near 28°C and a low near 10°C, and 22-23 October overcast with highs near 29°C and lows near 14°C rising to about 19°C. No heavy-rain signal appears in that outlook. Treat all of this as a forecast estimate from a public weather API and re-check the outlook in the days before departure.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Conference venues in Austin normally provide Wi-Fi in session rooms and public areas, but bandwidth tightens during large keynote sessions, so carry a mobile hotspot or phone tethering as backup. US mobile networks (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile) provide strong LTE/5G coverage across central and north Austin; visitors should arrange roaming or an eSIM before landing. Power is 120 V at 60 Hz with Type A/B plugs, so European, UK and Australian attendees need a plug adapter and, for sensitive equipment, a voltage converter. Download offline maps and your registration confirmation before travelling in case venue Wi-Fi requires a captive-portal login.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business dress
Austin business culture is noticeably relaxed. Business casual - collared shirt, trousers or jeans, comfortable shoes - fits the geospatial and government audience, with a jacket reserved for formal agency meetings.
Tipping
US tipping norms apply across Austin: 15-20% at sit-down restaurants, around USD 1-2 per drink at bars, and a dollar or two for hotel housekeeping. Rideshare tips are added in the app.
Heat and hydration
Afternoons can still reach the high 20s Celsius in late October while nights drop towards 10°C. Carry water, plan indoor breaks between sessions, and keep a light layer for air-conditioned meeting rooms.
Local etiquette
Texans are conversational and direct; exchanging cards and asking about agency data programmes is normal at the forum. Allow extra time for lunch queues around downtown barbecue and taco spots, which get busy at midday.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: AUS
Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS) is the arrival airport for this event, with nonstop connections to major Texas and US hubs including DFW, IAH, DEN and DCA, plus one-stop options from most other cities. Book to land by the afternoon of 18 October so you are settled before the 19 October opening, and allow a buffer on the return leg because afternoon departures overlap with the closing sessions on 23 October. Airfare searches captured for this job returned unrelated city pairs rather than live Austin fares, so no fare is published here: compare directly with airlines or a fare tool, and consider Saturday-Saturday or Sunday-Monday routings if weekend pricing is lower. If AUS pricing spikes, San Antonio (SAT) is an alternate gateway roughly 1 h 20 min to 1 h 45 min away by car.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS). Allow road or rail time to Commons Conference Center; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Commons Conference Center: Downtown / University: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG; Downtown / University: Hotel Indigo Austin Downtown - University by IHG; Downtown: Hyatt House Austin/Downtown.
Ride-hail: Uber and Lyft both operate across Austin, including at Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS), where pickup is from the marked rideshare zone on the lower level. Expect approx. USD 30-45 for an airport-to-venue trip and approx. USD 12-20 for a downtown or University hotel to the venue short hop, with surge pricing during the morning rush and after the afternoon sessions end. Pooled options are cheaper but slower when you are carrying demo equipment; confirm the pickup pin on the venue map, since the Pickle Research Campus has multiple entrances.
Public transit: CapMetro runs Austin's local bus network, the MetroRapid limited-stop routes and the Red Line commuter rail. Local single rides are approx. USD 1.25 with a day pass around USD 2.50, and Red Line trips cost approx. USD 3.50 single or USD 7.00 for a day pass; confirm current fares and zones in the CapMetro app. From downtown, bus routes along the Burnet Road corridor bring you closest to the Commons Conference Center, with a walk or short rideshare for the final stretch; the Red Line to Kramer Station is the nearest rail stop to the Pickle Research Campus area. Route 20 (Airport Flyer) links AUS to downtown. Allow 45-60 min door to door from downtown hotels and check the trip planner the night before for service changes.
Parking: The Commons Conference Center sits on the J.J. Pickle Research Campus, where visitors normally park in surface lots and walk to the meeting buildings. The daily visitor rate was not published in the captured pages, so budget an approx. USD 0-15 per day and confirm the current lot, payment method and any permit requirement with the venue before you drive. Arrive 20-30 min before your first session on 19-23 October, as the closest lots fill during the main conference days, and keep your badge or registration confirmation handy if a gate check is in place. Accessible spaces are typically located nearest the building entrances; contact the venue ahead of time if you need a reserved spot.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: October 2026 in Austin, Texas
Temperature: Daytime highs approx. 26-29°C (79-84°F); overnight lows approx. 10-19°C (50-66°F) - Open-Meteo public forecast estimate for 19-23 October 2026
Seasonality: Mid-to-late October is early autumn in central Texas: warm, mostly dry days with a sharp drop after sunset and a small chance of a passing shower or thunderstorm. The captured outlook shows clear to overcast skies rather than a pronounced rainy season, but late-October fronts can change conditions quickly, so check the forecast two or three days before departure and keep a compact umbrella in your bag.
Packing: Pack layers rather than a heavy coat: short-sleeve shirts for 26-29°C afternoons plus a light jacket or sweater for evenings that can fall to around 10°C. Bring comfortable walking shoes for the distance between session rooms, the exhibit area and campus parking, a compact umbrella for the occasional shower, sunglasses and a refillable water bottle. A light scarf or extra layer helps in strongly air-conditioned meeting rooms.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Texas GIS Forum 2026 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
T-14 days (5 October): lock in your registration tier - the captured rate card shows Government Standard and Industry Standard pricing ending 5 October, with late rates after that date
T-2
Day 1 (19 October): arrive 20-30 minutes early for badge collection, note the room assignments and confirm the student ID or government ID requirement at check-in
T-14
confirm your hotel in the downtown, University or central Austin cluster and check the cancellation window before the 19 October opening
T-12
if travelling internationally, verify your ESTA approval or B-1 visa interview slot and check that your passport validity covers the stay
T-10
book flights into Austin-Bergstrom (AUS) that land by the afternoon of 18 October so you are on the ground before the first session
T-10
decide your daily arrival mode - venue parking, rideshare from a downtown hotel or CapMetro bus along the Burnet Road corridor
T-7
download the CapMetro app, save your hotel-to-venue route offline and check whether a day pass beats single fares for your pattern
T-7
review the organiser schedule and mark the sessions on parcels, address points, LiDAR and statewide imagery that match your agency's data gaps
T-5
pack layers for 26-29°C afternoons and 10-19°C nights, plus comfortable shoes for moving between session rooms and the exhibit area
T-3
re-check the Austin forecast and the venue parking or transit notes in case of a schedule or lot change
T-2
prepare specific questions for Texas Geographic Information Office staff about StratMap imagery, elevation or address data relevant to your county
T-1
charge devices, carry a battery pack and confirm that any hands-on demo you plan to follow works on your own laptop GIS stack
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Commons Conference Center
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Texas GIS Forum 2026 registration concourse
Commons Conference Center
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Commons Conference Center
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights$230.00
- Per diem × 2$150.00
Estimated total$380.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Cost reference
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
visitor_ticket
visitor · General admission
USD 400 / per person
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| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
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| visitor_ticket | visitor | General admission | USD 400 / per person | organiser_published |
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Texas GIS Forum 2026 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Texas GIS Forum 2026, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Geospatial software and applications and Mapping and visualization tools solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Texas GIS Forum 2026 in Austin.
Min. budget
$1,215.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Geospatial software and applications and Mapping and visualization tools products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$5,467.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Austin show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
When and where is the Texas GIS Forum 2026?
The forum runs 19-23 October 2026 at the Commons Conference Center on the J.J. Pickle Research Campus in north Austin, Texas. It is the state-level geospatial meeting hosted under the Texas Geographic Information Office (geographic.texas.gov), and the five-day window includes the main conference days plus pre-conference workshops and training.
What does registration cost for the Texas GIS Forum?
The published rate card captured for this edition lists Government Early Registration at USD 400 (ends 15 September), Government Standard at USD 450 (ends 5 October) and Government Late at USD 475. Industry rates are USD 475 early, USD 525 standard and USD 575 late, and a Student/Public rate of USD 75 is available with a valid student ID. Confirm the tier that applies to you before paying.
Who attends the Texas GIS Forum?
Attendance mixes Texas state agency GIS staff, city and county GIS managers, appraisal district and 911 addressing teams, utility and pipeline GIS analysts, LiDAR and imagery specialists, consultants, academics and students. The common thread is hands-on work with Texas parcels, addresses, imagery, elevation and hydrography data rather than general IT procurement.
Is the Texas GIS Forum only for government employees?
No. Government staff make up a large share of the audience, but private-sector GIS vendors, consultancies, utilities, research institutions and students also register. The Industry and Student/Public rate tiers exist specifically so non-government attendees can take part.
Do I need a visa to attend from outside the United States?
Most international attendees either travel under the US Visa Waiver Program with an approved ESTA or apply for a B-1 business visitor visa at a US embassy or consulate. Start the process at least two to three months before October 2026, and carry your registration confirmation and hotel booking to the port of entry.
How do I get from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to the venue?
AUS is the primary gateway, roughly 25-40 minutes by car from the north-central Austin venue area outside peak traffic. Rideshare and taxi trips are typically in the USD 30-45 band, CapMetro Route 20 (Airport Flyer) connects the airport to downtown for a local fare, and a rental car suits attendees staying outside the centre. Confirm live fares and schedules before travelling.
Where should I stay for the Texas GIS Forum?
Most attendees stay in the downtown, University of Texas or central Austin hotel clusters and drive, ride-share or take CapMetro to the venue. Economy rooms sit around USD 115-150 per night and midscale or apartment-style rooms around USD 160-245 per night for the 19-23 October 2026 window, based on search captures for those dates; rates fluctuate, so book early with a cancellable option.
Is parking available at the Commons Conference Center?
Surface parking is the normal arrival mode for the J.J. Pickle Research Campus venue, but the daily visitor rate was not published in the captured pages. Budget an approximate USD 0-15 per day, arrive 20-30 minutes before your first session, and confirm current lot access and payment method with the venue before you drive.
What is the weather like in Austin during the forum?
Mid-to-late October brings warm afternoons and much cooler nights. The public forecast captured for 19-23 October 2026 shows highs near 26-29°C (79-84°F) and lows near 10-19°C (50-66°F), with clear to overcast days and no heavy-rain signal. Treat it as an outlook and re-check a few days before departure.
What topics are covered in the sessions?
The programme centres on Texas geospatial practice: statewide imagery and elevation programmes, parcel and address point maintenance, NG911 data readiness, hydrography and water resources, ArcGIS Pro and enterprise geodatabase workflows, web mapping and dashboards, and data governance across agencies. Session times and speaker names are published on the organiser schedule page, so check the posted agenda for the final line-up.
Can my company exhibit or sponsor?
Yes. Vendor participation runs through the Texas Geographic Information Office, which publishes exhibit and sponsor arrangements alongside the event. Prospectus details and pricing were not present in the captured pages, so contact the organiser directly through geographic.texas.gov to confirm what is included in an exhibitor package before committing staff or freight.
Is there a student rate and what does it include?
A Student/Public rate of USD 75 is listed for this edition and requires a valid student ID at registration or check-in. It is designed for students and public attendees who want access to the conference programme; check the registration page for which sessions, meals or social functions the student rate covers.
Glossary
- GIS
- Geographic information system: software and workflows used to capture, store, analyse and display data tied to a location, such as parcels, roads, addresses and water features.
- TxGIO
- Texas Geographic Information Office, the state office that coordinates geographic data programmes and hosts the annual Texas GIS Forum.
- StratMap
- Texas strategic mapping programme that coordinates statewide acquisition of orthoimagery, elevation and other baseline geospatial data.
- Orthoimagery
- Aerial photography corrected so that distances and positions can be measured accurately, commonly delivered as county or statewide image mosaics.
- LiDAR
- Light detection and ranging: a laser scanning method that produces dense elevation measurements used for terrain, drainage and infrastructure mapping.
- Point cloud
- A dense set of three-dimensional points produced by LiDAR or photogrammetry, typically classified into ground, vegetation, building and utility returns.
- Parcel data
- Cadastral polygons representing land ownership boundaries, usually maintained by appraisal districts and county offices and linked to property records.
- Address points
- Database records for individual addressed locations, used for NG911 dispatch, permitting, mail and service delivery.
- NG911
- Next Generation 911: internet protocol-based emergency calling that relies on accurate GIS address, boundary and routing data.
- Geodatabase
- A container for spatial data that stores feature classes, tables, topology and relationship rules inside a relational database.
- Coordinate reference system
- The mathematical definition (often identified by an EPSG code) that determines how coordinates map to positions on the earth; mismatches are a common source of alignment error.
- WMS and WFS
- Open Geospatial Consortium web service standards for serving map images (WMS) and vector features (WFS) over the internet.
- DEM
- Digital elevation model: a gridded surface of ground elevation used for hydrology, slope and flood analysis, often derived from LiDAR.
- Hydrography
- The mapped representation of rivers, streams, lakes, canals and drainage features, frequently shared as state and national datasets.
- Metadata
- Structured documentation of a dataset's source, accuracy, currency and intended use, essential for sharing data between agencies.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Texas GIS Forum 2026 Austin
- Texas GIS Forum Austin 2026
- GIS 2026
- GIS Austin 2026
- Austin United States
- Geospatial Conference Austin 2026
- Geospatial software and applications
- Mapping and visualization tools
- Data collection and analysis services
- Training and educational resources
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