The OGC (Open Geospatial Consortium)

The Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) is an organization that develops and promotes standards to ensure different geographic and spatial data systems can work together seamlessly. Think of it as setting common rules so maps, location-based services, and geographic information systems (GIS) from various sources can share, understand, and use each other’s data. This collaboration improves the accuracy, accessibility, and interoperability of geographic information, enabling better decision-making in areas like urban planning, transportation, environmental monitoring, and disaster response. Overall, OGC fosters a connected and efficient way to manage and use spatial data worldwide.