What You'll Learn
Course Benefits
Industry Certification
Internationally recognized qualification
Expert Instructors
Learn from industry professionals
Dedicated Support
Assistance during and after training
Practical Skills
Apply knowledge immediately
Course Overview
FeaturedSpatial Data Infrastructures (SDIs) provide a foundation for managing geospatial data, enabling organizations to make informed, data-driven decisions. Participants will gain practical knowledge on designing, implementing, and maintaining SDIs that are scalable, interoperable, and aligned with organizational objectives.
The course focuses on translating SDI concepts into operational solutions, ensuring efficient data governance, integration, and utilization to support planning, operations, and strategic decision-making.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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GIS managers and spatial data specialists
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IT and systems integration professionals
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Urban and regional planners
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Policy and decision-making officers
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Infrastructure and environmental managers
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Professionals responsible for geospatial governance and data management
Course Impact
Personal Impact
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Enhances technical and managerial skills in SDI design and operation
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Builds expertise in geospatial data governance and interoperability
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Strengthens ability to implement geospatial solutions aligned with organizational objectives
Organizational Impact
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Improves data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency
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Strengthens geospatial data integration, accessibility, and governance
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Enhances organizational compliance, resource management, and strategic use of geospatial information
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Understand SDI concepts, components, and global best practices
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Design and implement SDIs tailored to organizational requirements
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Apply standards for data quality, metadata, and interoperability
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Develop governance frameworks and workflows for SDI management
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Strategically leverage SDIs for operational efficiency and decision support
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Spatial Data Infrastructures
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SDI concepts, definitions, and components
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Benefits and applications in public and private organizations
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Global and local SDI case studies
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Case Study: Successful SDI deployment in municipal planning
Module 2: SDI Planning and Design
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Needs assessment and stakeholder engagement
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SDI architecture: centralized, distributed, hybrid
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Data modeling and metadata frameworks
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Practical Exercise: Design an SDI framework for a real-world scenario
Module 3: Implementation and Technical Integration
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GIS platform selection and deployment
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Integrating multiple geospatial datasets and ensuring interoperability
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System scalability and performance optimization
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Case Study:Integrating urban planning and environmental data into SDI
Module 4: Governance, Standards, and Data Management
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Data governance and quality assurance
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Metadata management and compliance
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Legal, ethical, and security considerations
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Practical Exercise:Develop an SDI governance and maintenance plan
Module 5: Operationalization and Strategic Use of SDIs
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Using SDIs for decision-making, reporting, and stakeholder communication
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Visualization, dashboards, and geospatial intelligence
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Sustainable operations and institutional adoption strategies
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Case Study: Leveraging SDIs for municipal service delivery
Prerequisites
Course Administration Details
Customized Training
This training can be tailored to your institution needs and delivered at a location of your choice upon request.
Requirements
Participants need to be proficient in English.
Training Fee
The fee covers tuition, training materials, refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants are responsible for their own travel, visa, insurance, and personal expenses.
Certification
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate from Ideal Workplace Solutions certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) under License NO: NITA/TRN/2734.
Accommodation
Accommodation can be arranged upon request. Contact via email for reservations.
Payment
Payment should be made before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org.
For further inquiries, please contact us on details below:
Email: outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org
Mobile: +254759708394
Register for the Course
Select a date and location that works for you.
In-Person Training Schedules
January 2026
| Date | Days | Venue | Fee (VAT Incl.) | Register |
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| 5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Nairobi, Kenya | KES 99,000 | USD 1,400 | Enroll Now |
| 5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Cape Town, South Africa | USD 3,500 | Enroll Now |
| 5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Dubai, United Arabs Emirates | USD 4,000 | Enroll Now |
| 5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Zanzibar, Tanzania | USD 2,200 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Mombasa, Kenya | KES 115,000 | USD 1,500 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Kigali, Rwanda | USD 1,800 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Accra, Ghana | USD 5,950 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Kampala, Uganda | USD 2,200 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | USD 2,000 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Johannesburg, South Africa | USD 3,100 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Nakuru, Kenya | KES 105,000 | USD 1,400 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Dakar, Senegal | USD 3,500 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Pretoria, South Africa | USD 3,100 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Kisumu, Kenya | KES 105,000 | USD 1,500 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Naivasha, Kenya | KES 105,000 | USD 1,400 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Arusha, Tanzania | USD 2,000 | Enroll Now |
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