What do you do if your GIS work is not meeting quality standards?

When assessing quality, it's crucial to rely on accurate datasets and ground truthing. Authenticity and validity are key; data sets collected transparently through registered and verified organizations, and open for public use, ensure reliability. Ground truthing is essential, especially in prediction projects. By comparing predictions to real-life events from a past time frame, we can fine-tune our models for accuracy before venturing into predicting future events. This intelligent approach guarantees the quality of our analyses and forecasts, fostering confidence in our results.

Express your concerns calmly and directly to your colleagues, emphasizing your qualifications and the value of your contributions to the team. If the issue persists, consider discussing it with your supervisor or seeking mediation to address the lack of respect for your expertise.

If the quality criteria for your GIS work are not being met, pinpoint the precise areas that require improvement, get input from peers or superiors, and make the required adjustments to raise the caliber of your work. Additionally, to fill in any knowledge or skill gaps, think about obtaining extra training or resources.

Once at work, I created a map for a population health study, aiming to make it visually striking with vibrant symbology. Thankfully, our workplace culture encourages sharing projects for constructive feedback. It was during this process that I learned a valuable lesson: symbology should harmonize with the purpose and narrative of the map. This realization highlighted the importance of aligning GIS work with its intended use case, ensuring its effectiveness in conveying meaningful information. Gathering feedback became an essential step in refining my GIS projects, ultimately enhancing their quality and impact.

Continuous refinement of skills is crucial when your Geographic Information Systems (GIS) work doesn't meet quality standards. This means staying updated with the latest advancements in GIS technology through attending training sessions, enrolling in courses, or seeking mentorship from experienced professionals. What I have learned is to actively honing my skills, and equip myself with the tools necessary to elevate the quality and scope of my work. I have a target number of certification I must earn every year and I am open to exploring new software and tools.

When your Geographic Information Systems (GIS) work isn't up to par, it's time to roll up your sleeves and refine your processes. Firstly, revising processes offers a chance to fine-tune previous work, like smoothing out the wrinkles on a map to make it clearer and more precise. Secondly, it's like shining a spotlight on any errors or hiccups, helping you learn from them and preventing similar slip-ups in the future. Think of it as taking a step back to gain a clearer view, like climbing a hill for a better look at the landscape. In the end, it's all about using reflection and adjustment to navigate the terrain of GIS with better knowledge and view.

Feedback and Reviews are your trusty allies. They give you insights into what's working and what's not. Without turning these insights into action, it's like having a map but refusing to follow it. Just like how road tests make cars safer. So, embrace feedback, turn it into action, this let people use your GIS with confidence and sense of contribution.