
GISACT • 20 Maret 2025
Empowering Strategic Decisions with Cutting-Edge Geospatial Technology
Key Details:
Date: March 20, 2025
Platform: Zoom & YouTube Live
Speakers: 2 leading experts from Bappenas and ITB
Attendees: Representatives from ministries, universities, and private sector stakeholders

Meet the Speakers

Opening Speaker: Prof. Irwan Meilano Vice Rector of Academic Affairs, Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB)
As the opening speaker, Prof. Meilano emphasized ITB’s commitment to bridging geospatial research with real-world applications, highlighting its role in Indonesia’s digital transformation roadmap.
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Agung Indrajit Head of Data and Information Center for Development Planning, National Development Planning Agency (Bappenas) | Secretary of Indonesia One Data Secretariat.
Dr. Agung Indrajit unveiled Bappenas’ strategic initiatives leveraging geospatial technology, including:
• Digital Twins for real-time urban planning simulations.
• Big Data Analytics to optimize national development policies.
• E-Government Systems (SPBE) enhancing public service efficiency.

Prof. Ketut Wikantika ITB Professor of Remote Sensing, GISACT Head of Research and Development
Prof. Ketut Wikantika showcased breakthroughs in AI-powered geospatial analysis, focusing on:
• Disaster risk modeling for BNPB (National Disaster Management Agency).
• Satellite-based environmental monitoring to support SDGs.
• Geo-Decisions Support System (GDSS) platform.

Key Insights from Expert Speakers

This event featured two renowned speakers: Dr. Agung Indrajit and Prof. Ketut Wikantika. Both shared profound insights based on their extensive experience in implementing geospatial technology for data-driven decision-making.
Dr. Agung discussed the importance of digital transformation in governance through the use of digital twins, big data analytics, and national spatial data architectures. He highlighted how these technologies enable prescriptive and efficient development planning.
Meanwhile, Prof. Ketut elaborated on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) and spatial data in addressing global challenges such as disaster mitigation, food security, and environmental sustainability. He also demonstrated how machine learning fosters innovation across strategic sectors.
Key insights:
1. Geospatial Tech as a Policy Catalyst Dr. Agung Indrajit demonstrated how Bappenas uses digital twins to simulate infrastructure projects, reducing planning delays by 30%. Case studies included:
• IKN (Nusantara Capital City) development.
• Food security programs integrating satellite and IoT data.
2. AI for Sustainable Development Prof. Ketut Wikantika’s session revealed:
• Machine learning algorithms that predict flood risks with 92% accuracy.
• Collaborative projects with Ministry of LHK to combat deforestation.
3. Interactive Discussion Highlights Participants engaged in critical dialogues, including:
• Strategies to deploy geospatial tools in remote regions.
• Policies needed to accelerate AI adoption in public sectors.
Conclusion and Future Outlook

This webinar reaffirmed that geospatial technology, supported by artificial intelligence and data analytics, is a crucial foundation for addressing global and local development challenges. Cross-sector collaboration is the key to successfully implementing this technology effectively.
GISACT remains committed to fostering innovation and human resource development through training, research, and other strategic initiatives. Together, let us leverage this technology to build a better future.
Missed the session?
📹 Watch the full recording on GISACT’s YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/live/gpt2zOsqxTw?si=Ph2STqAGUsNSEF5S
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