Open-Source Spatial Data Infrastructure for Modern Organizations
VistaMap is a modern open-source Web GIS platform designed to help organizations manage, analyze, and visualize geospatial data at scale.
Across industries, companies are increasingly adopting geospatial technologies to improve decision-making. However, most organizations face a common challenge: only a small group of GIS specialists understand how to work with spatial data, while the rest of the organization struggles to access or utilize it effectively.
VistaMap solves this problem by providing a centralized geospatial platform where teams can upload data, create maps, run spatial analysis, and share results through interactive web applications.
Whether your organization works in forestry, agriculture, urban planning, utilities, infrastructure, or environmental monitoring, VistaMap enables teams to transform raw geospatial datasets into actionable insights.
Why VistaMap Exists
Many organizations rely on traditional GIS software stacks that introduce several limitations:
• Proprietary and closed-source systems
• High per-user licensing costs
• Complex infrastructure requirements
• Difficult integration with existing software ecosystems
• Limited flexibility for customization
These challenges often prevent organizations from fully adopting geospatial technologies across their teams.
VistaMap was built to solve these problems by delivering a modular, open-source geospatial platform that organizations can deploy in their own infrastructure or use as a managed hosted service.
The platform enables companies to build their own Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI) while maintaining full control over their data and systems.
Key Capabilities
Centralized Spatial Data Management
VistaMap provides a dedicated data management layer called VistaStore where organizations can upload and manage spatial datasets.
Supported data types include:
Vector data
• GeoJSON
• Shapefile
• GeoPackage
• KML
• GML
• CSV
• CAD
• GPX
Raster data
• GeoTIFF (COG)
• PNG / JPEG
• WMS / WMTS
• XYZ tiles
3D and Point Cloud Data
• LAS
• LAZ
• OBJ
Every dataset uploaded to the platform includes structured metadata based on ISO standards, ensuring long-term discoverability and interoperability.
Interactive Map Creation
With VistaMap, users can build powerful 2D and 3D interactive maps directly in the browser using the VistaDash mapping interface.
Users can:
• Add multiple layers
• Style data based on attributes
• Configure labels and symbology
• Create layer hierarchies
• Filter data using spatial or attribute queries
• Bookmark map views
• Toggle basemaps
• Print high-quality maps
Maps can be shared with collaborators using public or private links, enabling teams and clients to interact with spatial information easily.
Built-In Spatial Analysis Tools
VistaMap includes a growing library of geospatial analysis functions that allow users to perform spatial operations directly within the platform.
Examples include:
Vector Analysis
• Buffer analysis
• Centroid generation
• Proximity queries
• Attribute queries
• Geometry simplification
Raster Analysis
• Zonal statistics
• Slope analysis
• Contour generation
• Raster clipping and cropping
• Band calculations
3D Data Processing
• Terrain model generation (DSM / DTM / CHM)
• Point cloud classification
• Feature extraction
• Change detection
These analysis functions run as asynchronous background jobs, allowing complex operations to execute without interrupting normal platform usage.
Collaborative Mapping Environment
VistaMap is designed for team collaboration.
Users can:
• Share maps with internal teams or external clients
• Add collaborators with role-based permissions
• Annotate maps with notes and drawings
• Export results for reporting
This enables organizations to move from isolated GIS workflows to collaborative spatial decision platforms.
Open Standards and Interoperability
VistaMap is built around OGC standards to ensure interoperability with other geospatial systems.
Datasets and maps can be exposed through modern APIs such as:
• OGC API – Features
• OGC API – Tiles
• OGC API – Maps
• OGC API – Records
This architecture allows developers to integrate VistaMap with existing GIS tools, dashboards, and analytics platforms.
Flexible Deployment Options
One of the biggest advantages of VistaMap is its flexible deployment architecture.
Organizations can run VistaMap in multiple environments:
• Single VPS deployment
• On-premise infrastructure
• Private cloud environments
• Public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
Because the platform is modular, organizations can deploy only the components they require.
Architecture Designed for Scalability
VistaMap follows a modern microservice-oriented architecture designed for flexibility and scalability.
Core components include:
Frontend
• Next.js web application for GIS interface
• OpenLayers for 2D mapping
• CesiumJS for 3D visualization
Backend
• FastAPI microservices exposing all platform functions through APIs
Authentication
• Keycloak identity and access management
Data Storage
• PostgreSQL / PostGIS for spatial datasets
Task Processing
• Celery-based job system for spatial analysis tasks
This architecture allows organizations to extend the platform and integrate custom functionality.
GeoAI and Advanced Analytics
VistaMap is being developed with future GeoAI capabilities in mind.
Planned features include:
• Object detection from satellite imagery
• Automated land cover classification
• Feature extraction from point clouds
• AI-driven geospatial insights
These capabilities will allow organizations to unlock the value of large-scale Earth observation datasets.
Who Uses VistaMap
VistaMap is designed for organizations that depend on geospatial data, including:
Government Departments
Environmental and Forestry Agencies
Agriculture Technology Companies
Urban Planning Authorities
Infrastructure and Construction Firms
Utility and Energy Companies
Research Institutions
For organizations looking to build a modern geospatial platform without relying on expensive proprietary stacks, VistaMap provides a powerful alternative.
Pricing Model
VistaMap is fundamentally open-source software.
Organizations can deploy the platform independently in their own infrastructure.
Rotten Grapes Private Limited provides additional services including:
Managed Cloud Hosting
Enterprise Support
Custom Feature Development
Training and Certification Programs
For organizations that prefer a managed solution, hosted plans are available with scalable storage and infrastructure options.
Build Your Geospatial Platform with VistaMap
VistaMap empowers organizations to build their own scalable, open, and collaborative geospatial ecosystem.
Instead of relying on expensive proprietary systems, organizations can adopt a platform that is:
• Open and extensible
• Built on modern technologies
• Designed for interoperability
• Flexible enough to run anywhere
VistaMap enables teams to transform geospatial data into real operational intelligence.
Request a Demo
Interested in implementing VistaMap for your organization?
Contact our team to schedule a demo or discuss deployment options.
Email: office@rottengrapes.tech
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