Denis Tabučić
Denis Tabučić is a geoinformatics and geodetic expert with extensive experience in spatial data infrastructure development, land administration, and geospatial technologies. He currently plays a key role in advancing geospatial infrastructure and digital transformation within the Federal Administration for Geodetic and Real Property Affairs (FGU) of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
With a strong background in geospatial data management, Denis has been actively involved in major national and international projects, particularly in the implementation of open-source solutions for geospatial data sharing, processing, and analysis. His expertise includes the use of PostgreSQL/PostGIS for spatial databases, GeoServer for web-based GIS services, QGIS for geospatial analysis and visualization, and HALE Studio for data harmonization.
Denis has contributed significantly to the development and promotion of open spatial data infrastructures, particularly in the INSPIRE Directive framework and the modernization of geodetic and cadastral systems in Bosnia and Herzegovina. He has also been instrumental in capacity-building initiatives, leading training programs for hundreds of public sector professionals to enhance their proficiency in geospatial technologies.
Through his work, Denis is committed to fostering collaboration, innovation, and the integration of open-source solutions to improve spatial data accessibility and interoperability. His efforts continue to shape the digital transformation of geospatial services in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Sessions
The Spatial Data Infrastructure of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (IPP FBiH) has significantly advanced in recent years, leveraging open-source software (OSS) to enhance data sharing, visualization, and analysis. This paper presents the current state of IPP FBiH, emphasizing the availability of spatial datasets and the role of OSS in their distribution and management. Key initiatives have equipped and trained various institutions to utilize OSS solutions for spatial data infrastructure, including PostgreSQL/PostGIS for database management, GeoServer for web-based data sharing, QGIS for analysis, visualization, and editing, and HALE Studio for data transformation and migration.
Through targeted capacity-building efforts, training programs have been conducted for hundreds of public sector professionals, ensuring the effective adoption of OSS tools in daily workflows. These programs have focused on database management, spatial data publishing, geospatial analysis, and data interoperability. The paper also explores the benefits of OSS implementation, such as cost efficiency, technological independence, and enhanced collaboration between institutions. By examining real-world applications and success stories, this study highlights the transformative impact of OSS on IPP FBiH and provides recommendations for further strengthening the spatial data ecosystem through open solutions.