For years, geospatial professionals have been forced to download massive datasets—only to discard most of the data. It’s an outdated, inefficient process that slows down analysis and limits scalability. But a major shift is happening. Cloud-native geospatial is transforming how we store, access, and process spatial data, making it faster, more efficient, and accessible to everyone.
In this episode, I sit down with Jed Sundewald, Executive Director of Radiant Earth, to explore how the Cloud-Native Geospatial Forum is shaping the future of GIS, the evolution of cloud-optimized formats like COGs and STAC, and what this means for GIS professionals, developers, and decision-makers.
Whether you're new to cloud-native geospatial or looking to optimize your data workflows, this conversation will give you a front-row seat to the
future of geospatial technology.
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🔑 Topics Covered:
✔️ Why traditional geospatial workflows are inefficient
✔️ The rise of cloud-native geospatial formats (COGs, STAC, and more)
✔️ How cloud-native GIS benefits both small and large-scale users
✔️ The role of the Cloud-Native Geospatial Forum and upcoming events
✔️ How to integrate cloud-native principles into your geospatial stack