7 Benefits of Bespoke GIS Training: Level up your team

In today’s technology-driven world, Geographic Information System (GIS) training, tailored to the specific needs of an organisation, isn’t just beneficial—it’s transformative.
Bespoke GIS training is increasingly essential for organisations that aim to optimise operations, enhance decision-making, and maintain a competitive edge in their industries.
This customised approach to professional development is pivotal, offering a suite of benefits that cater directly to the unique challenges and goals of each organisation.
1. Customised Learning Solutions:
The core edge of bespoke GIS training lies in its deep level of customisation.
Training that is crafted to meet the unique challenges and objectives of your organisation ensures that every session delivers value directly applicable to your team’s daily tasks.
This targeted approach refines the training’s impact, as employees can immediately use their learnt skills, leading to quicker problem-solving and stronger innovation within the workplace.
“I recently worked with MGISS to organise in-house GIS training for myself and some colleagues at Black Sluice Internal Drainage Board. I haven’t used GIS since university 6 years ago, so getting up to speed with Arc GIS Pro was massively beneficial.”Emily Askew, Environment Officer, Black Sluice IDB
2. Direct Impact on Productivity
More so, by addressing specific skill gaps, bespoke GIS training programmes can significantly boost team productivity. For example, a targeted training programme for Esri software such as ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS Online, will help to develop more effective plans and strategies for projects by considering the spatial context of the work.
Focusing on areas that directly affect performance can turn potential weaknesses into strengths, leading more efficient allocation of resources and efforts. A precise focus ensures that the investment in training yields tangible returns and cultivates a culture of continuous improvement and resilience.
3. Cost Efficiency
Tailored training is inherently cost-effective, eliminating unnecessary expenditures by concentrating solely on essential skills.
It also provides the flexibility to be delivered at the most optimal time, minimising disruption to normal work and saving on additional costs such as travel and accommodation for employees.
“Having this data correct in the first place is going to save us time and money. Users were really accepting of it, we thought we’d get more pushback with changing a well-established process, but the fact we did a joint training session with MGISS as we trialled the software helped massively”
Martin Oliver, Lead Project Manager, Severn Trent Water
4. Scalability and Flexibility
Bespoke GIS training is designed to grow with your organisation. As your needs evolve, so can the training, incorporating the latest technologies and methodologies. This adaptability ensures that the training remains relevant and continues to provide value as your business develops and changes.
5. Strengthened Competitive Advantage
Bespoke GIS training equips organisations to fully utilise spatial data, a step up from what many competitors will be doing- using the product as it comes, with no focussed guidance.
These upgraded capabilities can give organisations a significant competitive advantage, offering deeper insights into market trends, customer behaviours, and operational efficiencies.

6. Enhanced Employee Engagement and Retention
When you invest in a custom-tailored GIS training programme, you’re not just spending money on something extra—you’re showing your team that you truly value their growth. It’s like saying, ‘We see the potential of you and this project, and we want to help you reach it!’ That kind of investment boosts morale, makes people feel appreciated, and helps them feel more connected to the company.
Think about it: happy, skilled employees are less likely to jump ship. This means less time and money wasted on hiring and training new people. It’s a win-win for everyone!
7. Immediate and Sustained Benefits
The advantages of bespoke GIS training are both immediate and long-lasting. Employees can apply new skills right from the start, bringing about prompt improvements in process and productivity.
Over time, as these skills further integrate into daily operations, employee confidence will grow, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and creating a strong, resilient, skilled team.
“The 2 day course with MGISS has given me a good grounding in GIS. I’m really looking forward to continue to get more familiar with this programme now, with the ongoing support of MGISS. Good GIS integration with my job will enable me to access shared data across the organisation with less repetition and inconsistency. I hope to keep more accurate records and produce useful maps for those on the ground, and ultimately haring this with the wider organisation”
Tom Gilpin, Rewilding Week Coordinator, Trees for Life
Bespoke GIS training is more than just another instalment—it is a strategic enhancement to the capabilities of any organisation, aligning perfectly with specific operational needs and goals.
For organisations aiming to fully leverage GIS technology, MGISS provides expertly tailored training solutions designed to meet the dynamic requirements of modern businesses.
Investing in bespoke GIS training with MGISS not only develops your workforce but also strengthens the overall resilience and success of your organisation- what more do you need to know?
About
With a background in COTS and Opensource development and database design, Dave has over 15 years of industry experience with utility and infrastructure asset owners. Dave’s expertise covers asset infrastructure development and geospatial technology provision, enabling seamless data management and achieving massive efficiency and cost savings with enterprise organisations.