GIS and web mapping for Housing
Applications and benefits
Housing Associations of all sizes are realising the benefits of GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and web mapping for managing their land and assets.
Being able to visualise and analyse areas of responsibility on a map reveals new insights, which leads to improved efficiency, cost savings, and more informed decision-making.
GIS and web mapping
Software for Housing
Associations
GIS gives Housing Associations the opportunity to combine business data and location to improve asset management and grounds maintenance practices.
A key part of GIS is web mapping. This provides a self-serve, user-friendly, interactive website for sharing map-based intelligence across the organisation, with stakeholders, and the wider community.
Supports a broad range of tasks
Transforming Housing
Association operations
Housing Associations rely on GIS and web mapping for routine tasks, such as capturing accurate site measurements ahead of grounds maintenance contract negotiations and for reporting and responding to resident enquiries.
The benefits extend to other departments where GIS can be used to address damp and mould, assess flood risk, and schedule repairs.
Widespread use cases include:
- Grounds Maintenance
- Rent Arrears
- Route Analysis
- Anti-Social Behaviour
- Responsive Repairs and Maintenance
- Stock Rationalisation
- Solar Energy Potential
- Identifying Sites for Development
- Damp and Mould
- Voids
- Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
- Stock Condition
- Sustainability and Biodiversity
- Community Involvement
- Corporate Strategies
- Current and Future Flood Risk
Spatial data and services
Ordnance Survey®
mapping products
Combining business and spatial data, such as Ordnance Survey (OS®), removes ambiguity and enables Housing Associations to build a comprehensive view of their portfolio.
OS data such as OS MasterMap® Topography and OS MasterMap® Imagery is highly accurate and regularly updated. This enables Housing Associations to accurately map property stock, infrastructure, and surrounding areas.
The latest OS National Geographic Database (OS NGD) is a single store for feature-rich location data. Information in OS NGD Address and OS NGD Buildings is particularly useful for identifying properties in need of maintenance and upgrades.
Cadcorp is an Ordnance Survey Premium Partner, and we work closely with Housing Associations to license the data they need. Data supplied by Cadcorp incorporates all OS products and can be provided in popular GIS formats and as cloud-hosted web services.
Benefit your organisation
Select your path
All Housing Associations, irrespective of size or in-house expertise, can benefit from GIS and web mapping. Cadcorp provides straightforward options. With Cadcorp Managed Services, our team of technology professionals can handle GIS analysis and web mapping on your behalf, allowing you to focus on your core business activities. Alternatively, Cadcorp can provide your staff with the support and training they need to perform their own spatial analysis and GIS administration.
Whichever path you choose, we’re here to support you in making the best decision for your Housing Association.
Webinar
Applications and benefits
of GIS for Housing
Watch our webinar recording to discover the benefits of GIS and web mapping in the housing sector.
Whether you are new to GIS or an experienced user, this informative webinar provides valuable insights into the practical applications of GIS for housing.
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