6.11. Challenges and Future of GIS

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a primary challenge faced by GIS?

   Hint

   Think about the expenses involved in starting a GIS system.

2. 2.

   What does 'interoperability' refer to?

   Hint

   Consider how different systems share data.

3. 3.

   What is a significant challenge associated with GIS?

   • High cost
   • Easy setup
   • Immediate results

   Hint

   Look at the resources required to start a GIS project.

4. 4.

   Data interoperability in GIS can be defined as:

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how different GIS applications communicate.

5. 5.

   Suppose you are tasked to implement a new GIS for a municipal area facing budget constraints. What strategies could you propose to overcome the high costs and ensure effective training for staff?

   Hint

   Think about alternative resources that could reduce costs.

6. 6.

   Imagine you are planning a project that integrates IoT sensors into a GIS. Discuss how you would address potential data interoperability issues?

   Hint

   Consider ways these technologies can 'talk' to each other smoothly.