Custom GIS Training That Works Wherever You Are
As organisations navigate increasingly complex spatial data challenges, one thing is clear: GIS capability is essential. However, off-the-shelf training doesn’t always fit the way teams work, the systems they use, or the outcomes they need.
At Veris, our customised GIS training is designed to meet people where they are. Technically, geographically, and professionally. Whether delivered face-to-face or online, our training focuses on real-world applications, not generic theory.
Why customised GIS training matters
No two organisations use GIS in exactly the same way. Different data structures, workflows, software environments, and skill levels mean that standard courses aren’t always the right fitfor exactly what they need.
No two organisations use GIS in exactly the same way. Different data structures, workflows, software environments, and skill levels mean that standard courses aren’t always the right fitfor exactly what they need.
Customised GIS training allows organisations to:
- Build skills aligned to their actual datasets and workflows
- Upskill teams faster with role-relevant learning
- Reduce inefficiencies caused by inconsistent GIS capability
- Support long-term capability uplift, not just short-term learning.
The question we often get asked is: Can tailored GIS training still be effective when delivered online?
The answer is yes. When it’s designed properly.
Designing engaging GIS training for an online environment
When many organisations were forced to move rapidly to remote working, traditional face-to-face GIS training was no longer viable. But the need for GIS capability didn’t disappear. If anything, it intensified.
Veris responded by redesigning our training approach to ensure online GIS training delivered the same hands-on, interactive experience our clients expect.
Rather than simply transferring slides on a screen, we reevaluated how learning happens in the digital space:
- Course content was restructured to support active participation
- Practical exercises were redesigned for remote delivery
- Trainers adapted their facilitation techniques to maintain engagement
- Support models were adjusted to replicate “over-the-shoulder” guidance
A real-world example: transitioning GIS training online
As part of this shift, Veris successfully transitioned a customised GIS training program from in-person delivery to a fully online format.
Using Microsoft Teams as the delivery platform, the program incorporated:
- Redesigning workflows to maintain interactivity.
- Introducing breakout rooms for one-on-one support.
- Leveraging chat functionality for real-time Q&A.
- Using multiple facilitators for larger groups to ensure personalised assistance.
The initial course focused on QGIS, chosen for its open-source accessibility and ease of use for participants joining from different locations.
The outcome was a training experience that remained practical, interactive, and highly relevant, despite participants being spread across the country.
The benefits of online customised GIS training
This approach highlighted several advantages that continue to shape how Veris delivers GIS training today:
Flexibility and accessibility
Participants can join from anywhere, removing geographic barriers and making training more inclusive.
Cost efficiency
Eliminating travel and accommodation reduces costs for both organisations and participants.
Scalable delivery
Teams from multiple offices or regions can be trained simultaneously, ensuring consistent capability uplift.
Sustained engagement
With the right tools and facilitation methods, online GIS training can be just as interactive as face-to-face delivery.
Environmental benefits
Digital materials reduced the need for printed resources, supporting more sustainable practices.
Training that adapts to your organisation
While some participants will always value in-person learning, this experience reinforced that effective GIS training is not defined by the room you’re in, but by how well it’s designed.
At Veris, our customised GIS training can be delivered online or face-to-face. All options are tailored to your organisation’s systems, datasets, and objectives. We also offer mentoring and ongoing support, ensuring learning translates into real operational value.
Build GIS capability with confidence
Whether you’re introducing GIS to new users, advancing existing skills or standardising capability across teams, Veris delivers training that is practical, flexible and completely tailored to you.
Explore our full range of GIS training courses or talk to us about our customised GIS training and mentoring designed specifically for your organisation.