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🗺️ GIS Data Access

GIS Data Access allows you to use your application data directly in external GIS tools without exporting files or duplicating information.

This system is designed for engineers, planners, and GIS professionals who need structured, reliable spatial data for analysis, mapping, and deliverables.

What Is GIS Data Access?​

GIS Data Access provides a controlled way to read spatial data stored in the application’s database.

Instead of exporting shapefiles or maintaining parallel datasets, GIS tools can connect directly to curated, read-only outputs that reflect the current state of your data.

This ensures:

  • A single source of truth
  • Fewer version conflicts
  • Less manual data handling

Who This Is For​

GIS Data Access is intended for:

  • Engineers preparing exhibits or reports
  • GIS specialists working in QGIS or similar tools
  • Teams producing maps, layouts, or spatial analysis
  • Advanced users who need raw spatial data access

It is not required for everyday use of the application.

What Kind of Data Is Available​

GIS outputs are designed to expose meaningful, project-related spatial data, such as:

  • Properties or project boundaries
  • Site locations and reference points
  • Associated metadata (IDs, names, statuses)

Data is structured specifically for GIS use, not as raw database tables.

Read-Only by Design​

All GIS outputs are read-only.

This is intentional.

Editing spatial data directly from external tools can:

  • Bypass application validation rules
  • Break relationships between records
  • Cause unintended data loss

All edits should be made inside the application, where business rules and permissions are enforced.

Security & Permissions​

GIS Data Access respects your company’s permissions model.

Access is:

  • Scoped to your organization
  • Restricted to approved users
  • Limited to specific views designed for GIS use

This ensures sensitive or internal-only data is not exposed unintentionally.

How This Differs from Integrations​

GIS Data Access is an output, not an integration.

  • Integrations connect to external systems (Stripe, QuickBooks)
  • GIS outputs expose your data for external consumption

No third-party service owns or modifies the data.

Summary​

GIS Data Access provides a safe, structured way to work with your spatial data outside the application.

Think of it as a window into your data—not a back door.