Prashanth Prashu

Experienced GIS and Mapping professional with 5 years of expertise in HERE Maps, GIS operations, QA/QC validation, geospatial data analysis, routing point validation, and navigation mapping workflows. Skilled in analytical thinking, root cause analysis (RCA), issue resolution, process optimization, and handling global mapping projects. Strong communication and collaboration skills with experience supporting international teams and delivering high-quality geospatial data solutions.

Senior Analyst - Deduce Technologies - Bangalore

(2022-01)

• Worked on HERE Maps Real-World Testing (RWT) and GIS production projects across Australia (Sydney) and the Middle East (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, and Egypt).
• Validated approximately 400 km of road networks, including speed limits, safety cameras, restricted driving maneuvers (RDM), road names, and lane information
• Worked on HERE Maps and global navigation mapping projects across APAC, Europe, Middle East, and North America.
• Performed GIS QA/QC validation, DP/RP checks, and geospatial data quality assurance.
• Handled root cause analysis (RCA) and issue resolution for mapping and operational challenges.
• Validated POI data using official websites, government portals, and authorized sources.
• Collaborated with global teams and clients to improve GIS workflows and project delivery.
• Performed topology correction, spatial feature validation, and geospatial analysis using GIS tools.
• Performed Land Use/Land Cover (LULC) mapping and feature extraction using high resolution satellite imagery.
• Conducted NDVI (Normalized Difference Vegetation Index) analysis to assess vegetation health and monitor land cover changes.
• Performed image digitization, georeferencing, topology correction, and QA/QC of geospatial datasets.
• Supported process optimization initiatives and improved workflow efficiency.
• Extracted, digitized, and updated GIS features from high-resolution satellite imagery, including roads, buildings, land use, and other map features.
• Performed georeferencing, topology correction, and spatial data validation for large geospatial datasets.
• Managed multiple tasks and priorities effectively in production environments.

GIS Analyst - Deduce Technologies - Bangalore

(2020-01 - 2022-12)

• Created 2D building footprints and GIS map layers using satellite imagery and open-source tools.
• Performed geo-coding, GPS mapping, and digital map production for navigation applications.
• Conducted GIS data collection and verification to improve project accuracy.
• Improved GIS workflow efficiency and reduced project turnaround time through process improvements.

M.Sc. - Geology - University of Mysore (2018)