EIGS works together with private companies, university research programs, state agencies, and complementary partner programs to research, develop, and market new geospatial technology products from Mississippi. EIGS accomplishes this through 3 primary functions:

1. Business Support: To grow and serve Mississippi’s geospatial technology industry.
2. Workforce Development: To ensure that the geospatial industry has the workforce necessary to grow and prosper in the State of Mississippi.
3. Research Support: To facilitate geospatial research and development activities to develop marketable products.