Guiding Principles

Advocacy                                       Advocate with all relevant organizations on behalf of our members and their needs.

Membership Participation          Facilitate active membership involvement in all aspects of the Association's operation.

Effectiveness                                Set and accomplish organizational goals, safeguard organizational assets and make efficient use of resources.

Leadership                                   Plan and develop programs and initiatives which help to deal with issues important to members.

Partnerships                                 Actively seek out partnerships with other professional organizations, not for profit organizations,    community groups, educational institutions, government  organizations and private businesses.

Sustainability                                Integrate legal, social, economic, business and fiscal perspectives in our actions.

For the Purposes of ....... Bridging the Gap

Creating a shared understanding of the concepts, issues, and technology of spatially related information management among persons in operations, management and policy making;

Interdisciplinary Approach

Promoting an effective interdisciplinary approach to implementing, maintaining, and utilizing spatially related data, information systems and technology;

Knowledge Exchange

Establishing the vehicle(s) for informing members of industry developments, and for the exchange of members' experiences and viewpoints;

Strong Voice

Providing a focal point for the presentation and dissemination of members' concerns regarding industry standards and economic and legislative matters as they pertain to the use of spatially related information systems.