Backup
A copy of geographic data made for recovery in case of data loss or system failure.
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BAG
Basisregistratie Adressen en Gebouwen (Key Register of Addresses and Buildings) – the Dutch national register of addresses and buildings. BAG is distributed via PDOK and Nationaal Georegister and is essential for location services, spatial analysis, and geo-applications.
BGT
Basisregistratie Grootschalige Topografie (Key Register Large-Scale Topography) – the Dutch national large-scale topography register (roads, water, rail, built-up areas, etc.) at 1:500–1:1000. Available via PDOK as WMS/WFS and essential for precision mapping and environmental vision.
Big Data
Extremely large datasets requiring special techniques for storage, processing, and analysis, often with geographic components.
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Biodiversity
The variety of life in an area, often monitored and analyzed with GIS for nature management.
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BRK
Basisregistratie Kadaster (Cadastral Key Register) – the Dutch national register of parcels, ownership and cadastral maps. Maintained by Kadaster; available via PDOK and Nationaal Georegister. Used for spatial planning, real estate, and rights of way.
BRT
Basisregistratie Topografie (Key Register Topography) – the Dutch national topographic base map at various scales (1:10k–1:250k). Includes roads, water, buildings, and terrain. Available via PDOK and Nationaal Georegister; widely used as a base layer in GIS and web maps.
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Buffer
A zone of a specified distance around a geographic object. Often used for proximity analysis and areas of influence.
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Business Continuity
The ability to continue delivering GIS services during and after disruptions.
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Business GIS
The use of geographic information systems for business applications such as market analysis, location planning, and logistics.
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Business Intelligence
The use of data visualization and analysis for business decision-making, often combined with geographic data.
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