The geospatial applications and analytics landscape has undergone significant changes over the past decade, driven by advancements in technology such as the widespread adoption of smartphones and increasing computing power. This shift has enabled companies like Google and Facebook to track billions of pieces of information, while also providing access to mapping data and driver experiences for large players in industries like automotive and ride-sharing. The expansion of global internet coverage, including innovative programs using balloons and drones, is further fueling these trends. As a result, billion-dollar shifts are occurring in the mapping and geospatially-oriented industries, with companies like Uber and Airbnb relying heavily on maps to power their applications. New technologies, such as in-memory approaches and real-time analytics, are now being applied in various industries, including transportation, and are driving dramatic changes in these fields.