Get ready for a deep dive into a recap pf key discussions and innovative ideas presented at FedGeoDay 2024! This recap podcast explores the major themes, from the modernization of geospatial workflows to the impact of AI and machine learning.

Key topics covered include:

* Open Source Solutions: Discover how open source software and data are becoming critical infrastructure within the government. Learn about the challenges and opportunities of using open source geospatial data for decision-making.

* Data Modernization: Understand how agencies are moving beyond traditional GIS systems to embrace database-centric approaches. Hear discussions around cloud-native geospatial data and the importance of interoperability.

* AI and Remote Sensing: Explore the role of federal agencies in the growth of AI, including the development of training datasets and ethical considerations. Learn about how AI is being applied to geospatial problems and the challenges of using AI-generated data.

* Digital Twins: Gain insights into the concept of digital twins and how they are revolutionizing data production and focusing on process rather than products. Understand the importance of forecasting and modeling capabilities.

* Authoritative Data: Delve into the complexities of defining and using authoritative data, as well as the need for semantic layers and ontologies. Discuss the balance between data security and accessibility.

* National Spatial Reference System: Learn about the modernization of the NSRS by NOAA’s National Geodetic Survey, and how it will improve accuracy and consistency in geospatial data.

* Geospatial Data and Policy: Discover the legal and policy issues facing the geospatial community and the need for updated job descriptions. Hear about the efforts to promote open data and address data security concerns.

Be sure to check out the coverage of FedGeoDay on you website:

https://projectgeospatial.org/coverage/fedgeoday-2024