An Open-Source Mapping Powerhouse!
January 05, 2021
An Open-Source Mapping Powerhouse!

Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Overall Satisfaction with QGIS
Similar to RStudio, QGIS allows any user within our organization with an interest in map-making and spatial analysis to explore data and produce results without needed to go through corporate hoops to get access to commercial software. It allows for the democratization of GIS skills across the organization, without the need to silo it to a few people that would make the most of a commercial license.
Pros
- Producing polished maps.
- Converting between spatial data formats.
- Applying templates to existing data layers.
Cons
- Interfacing between the underlying data and the mapping component.
- Including a variety of base layers.
- Understanding spatial drivers in our client's exposures.
- Tying in natural phenomena with concentrations in assets.
Handling ESRI licenses was not an easy task for our organization as we had a large number of users that needed access to GIS capabilities on a very occasional basis. R requires a lot of coding to get a decent-looking map. QGIS hits the spot when it comes to visual interpretation of spatial data.
Do you think QGIS delivers good value for the price?
Yes
Are you happy with QGIS's feature set?
Yes
Did QGIS live up to sales and marketing promises?
I wasn't involved with the selection/purchase process
Did implementation of QGIS go as expected?
Yes
Would you buy QGIS again?
Yes
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