Urban planning increasingly relies on accurate, accessible, and up-to-date geospatial information to support sustainable development and informed decision-making. However, traditional planning systems often suffer from fragmented data, inconsistent standards, and limited stakeholder engagement.

This presentation shares Malaysia’s experience in addressing these challenges through the development and implementation of I-Plan — an integrated planning land use information system built on open geospatial technologies. I-Plan consolidates multi-source planning data into a centralized, interactive web-GIS platform that empowers planners, agencies, and the public to access, analyze, and utilize spatial information more effectively.

The presentation highlights I-Plan’s architecture, key features, and the open-source tools that make it scalable and adaptable to various planning needs. It also discusses practical lessons learned in harmonizing diverse datasets, ensuring multi-level support, and building local capacity to manage and maintain the system.

By showcasing the I-Plan experience, this session demonstrates how open geospatial solutions can drive better urban governance, promote data-driven planning, and foster greater transparency and collaboration among stakeholders.