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Nordic Business Expansion to Africa: A Practical Guide

This guide offers practical advice and insights for Nordic SMEs and startups seeking to understand and take advantage of African markets. It provides practical guidance on topics such as:

  • how to find the right local partners and build trust,
  • what technology and business opportunities exist across Africa,
  • how to navigate funding mechanisms, regulations, and data security, and
  • how to plan a successful market entry, from risk management to a step-by-step checklist.

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    Positioning and Sensor Technologies: A Business Use Guide

    Learn how to integrate GNSS technologies into your business and take advantage of the benefits of accurate positioning. This guide breaks down the fundamentals of satellite positioning, including GNSS systems and RTK services that enhance accuracy, and explores how to overcome GNSS positioning challenges. It covers a range of use cases, from construction and forestry to agriculture, food production and unmanned aerial vehicles.

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      Geospatial Data Integration Guide

      The Geospatial Data Integration Guide provides an overview of geospatial data integration. It covers key concepts such as data standards, ETL/ELT processes, and critical security and privacy considerations in geospatial data management. The guide is aimed at anyone interested in geospatial data and technologies who needs guidance on how to integrate and use data effectively.

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        Guide to Global and National Location Data

        This guide is designed to give small and medium-sized enterprises a better idea of how to utilize spatial data in their businesses. Learn how to use base maps, geospatial datasets, points of interest (POIs), navigation data, and geocoding, and discover how you can apply these tools to optimise and enhance the impact of your business operations.

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