As the built environment becomes increasingly data driven, the ability to access, understand and apply high quality geospatial information is no longer a specialist skill - it’s essential. From planners and surveyors to architects and engineers, professionals across the industry are being asked to do more with data, faster and with greater confidence.

That’s where Ordnance Survey National Geographic Database (NGD) comes in.

To help professionals cut through the complexity and unlock the real value of NGD, CentremapsLive has launched a dedicated CPD accredited webinar series, designed not just to inform, but to empower professionals to understand and use this new product with confidence in their project workflows.

What is NGD and Why Does It Matter?

NGD represents a significant evolution in how geospatial data is structured and delivered. Moving away from standalone datasets, it introduces a theme-based model, where data is organised into connected layers such as buildings, land use, transport and water.

This structure allows users to:
• Access only the data they need
• Analyse relationships between features (for example, linking buildings to sites or infrastructure)
• Extract richer insights without unnecessary complexity

More importantly, NGD is continuously evolving. New attributes such as building age, material, roof characteristics and environmental features are being introduced, opening up new possibilities for analysis across the property and infrastructure sectors.

But with that opportunity comes a challenge: understanding how to use it effectively.

Bridging the Gap Between Data and Decision Making

Despite its potential, NGD can feel overwhelming at first glance. For many professionals, the challenge isn’t access, it’s application. That’s exactly the gap this webinar series is designed to bridge.

The NGD Webinar Series created by CentremapsLive focuses on practical, real world use. Rather than diving into technical jargon, each session is structured around a particular theme, to show how NGD can support everyday workflows, improve efficiency and enhance decision making.
Whether you’re specifying products, assessing sites or managing risk, the goal is simple: help you get more from the data you already have access to.

What to Expect from the Webinar Series

The series is made up of focused, CPD accredited sessions, each designed to deliver clear, actionable insight in a manageable format.

Sessions are as follows:

Session 1. Understanding OS NGD – 1st April

A comprehensive introduction to the Ordnance Survey National Geographic Database (NGD). Gain a clear understanding of what NGD is, why it matters and how it’s set to transform the landscape of mapping and data solutions. We’ll outline the full webinar series, highlight key features and set the stage for an innovative year ahead.

Session 2. Understand Building Attributes – 21st April

Explore how NGD’s building data unlocks powerful insights for construction, planning, and asset management. Learn from real-world examples where accurate, up-to-date building footprints and attributes drive better decision-making and streamline project workflows.

Session 3. Address / Post Code Data – 12th May

Accurate address data is foundational for logistics, emergency response, and service delivery. Learn how NGD’s address intelligence enhances operational efficiency, improves customer experiences, and underpins robust location-based solutions.

Session 4. Water Attributes – 2nd June

Understand the critical role of water data in environmental planning, flood risk assessment, and infrastructure projects. Discover how NGD’s water features; rivers, lakes, reservoirs and more, can be leveraged for compliance, safety and sustainable design.

CPD Accreditation That Adds Real Value

Professional development is a key consideration across the industry but not all CPD is created equal. This webinar series is fully CPD accredited, meaning attendees can gain recognised learning hours while developing practical, applicable knowledge.

More importantly, the sessions are designed with real world relevance in mind. This isn’t theory for theory’s sake, it’s CPD that directly supports day to day roles and responsibilities.
For those who are unable to attend live, replays are available, ensuring flexibility without compromising on learning outcomes.

CentremapsLive Event 2026

This webinar series is leading to a not to be missed event on 7th July. Fully CPD accredited. Held at OS HQ in Southampton.

Throughout the day, you’ll have the opportunity to connect directly with leading data suppliers, explore an exclusive NGD showcase and take part in both tours and interactive workshops with the professionals themselves. Sessions will highlight how evolving datasets and tools can support better decision making across planning, engineering and environmental projects.

You’ll also hear the latest from CentremapsLive, including platform developments and how new data innovations can be integrated into everyday workflows. Live discussions and Q&A sessions will give you the chance to ask questions, share challenges and gain insight from those shaping the data itself.

The experience will be rounded off with short supplier spotlights and a closing session that pulls key themes together, leaving you with practical takeaways, fresh ideas and valuable industry connections.

A day built around access, learning and real world geospatial innovation. All in one place.

Claim your free event ticket here.