Icon Map Blog

Beyond the Fire Perimeter: Monitoring Canadian Wildfires in Power BI

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:14:00 GMT

A practical example of combining agency-reported fires, H3 aggregation, satellite-derived perimeter estimates, animation and potential exposure analysis in Power BI with Icon Map

Routing and Geocoding in Icon Map

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:46:00 GMT

There are a number of common feature requests that we've resisted implementing in Icon Map until now.

Tilesets with PMTiles in Microsoft Fabric

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 06:00:00 GMT

If you've been following the Icon Map blog for a while, you'll have seen a number of posts about PMTiles. They're an essential part of a serverless, modern geospatial solution.

World Cup 2026 - What happens when 82,500 fans move towards one stadium?

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:21:00 GMT

We built a World Cup crowd movement simulation in Icon Map to explore how large event travel patterns can be modelled, visualised and understood directly inside Power BI.

Why Q-Commerce Needs Location Intelligence in Power BI

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:53:00 GMT

Q-Commerce is inherently spatial, from delivery catchments and dark store coverage to travel times and demand density.

Preparing location data for Icon Map: from spatial source to Power BI map

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:05:00 GMT

A practical guide to preparing spatial data for reliable, performant Icon Map visuals in Power BI, from checking coordinates and attributes to choosing the right layer approach.

Pre-aggregating data into H3 cells

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 06:59:00 GMT

Icon Map is capable of taking longitude and latitude coordinates and automatically generating an H3 hexagon cell at the required resolution to render on the map.

The difference between putting data on a map and actually analyzing it

Fri, 22 May 2026 16:12:00 GMT

Putting data on a map is usually the easy bit. Using that map to make a better decision is where things get more interesting.

Using the Icon Map Catalog for US Insurance Location Intelligence

Fri, 15 May 2026 12:39:00 GMT

How US insurers can combine Icon Map Catalog layers with policy, claims, exposure and customer data in Power BI to create practical, high-value location intelligence.

Points, Polygons or 3D? Choosing the Right Map in Icon Map Pro

Fri, 08 May 2026 09:18:00 GMT

There is a need to visualize geographic data in a Power BI report so the decision to include a map is the easy part.

Combining Time and Location: Understanding How Patterns Change Across Geography

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:43:00 GMT

Many business datasets already contain two very powerful dimensions, time and location. Sales happen at a particular moment and in a particular place.

Why we built Icon Map Catalog

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:30:00 GMT

**Making geospatial data easier to use in Power BI**

An Introduction to Our New Geocoding Tools

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:45:00 GMT

Overview of our Travel Isochrone and Address Geocoder Tools

Introducing Icon Map Catalog

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Icon Map from Tekantis has announced the launch of Icon Map Catalog, a new feature within Icon Map that makes it much easier to find and use geographic data inside Microsoft Power BI.

FABCON 2026: Real-time data, maps, and the usual questions

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:21:00 GMT

We attended FABCON 2026, where data professionals discussed real-time analytics, AI and modern data platforms. A key theme was getting more value from data without adding complexity to existing workflows.

Geospatial Analytics for Utilities and Telecoms: turning “where” into better decisions

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:17:00 GMT

Utilities and Telecoms organizations generate huge volumes of operational data.

Circular buffer zones around points in Icon Map: why you’d use them and how to implement them

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:16:00 GMT

Circular buffers turn point maps into proximity-aware analysis in Power BI.

Aviation location intelligence: turning “where” into better operational and commercial decisions

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:53:00 GMT

Aviation runs in space, time and height.

Icon Map Licensing Explained

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:07:00 GMT

In January 2026 we revamped our licensing model based on feedback, consolidating and simplifying our usage-based licensing and introducing a developer license enabling free use of Icon Map in Power BI Desktop for up to 6…

Numbers to Neighbourhoods: How Maps and Location Intelligence Explain Retail Store Performance

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:04:00 GMT

Retail analysts get asked questions that sound simple, but rarely are:

Putting London on the Map in Power BI with Icon Map

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:43:00 GMT

Last week, Tekantis presented at the London Power BI and Fabric User Group for a session that showcased the capabilities of Icon Map.

Gradient color schemes in Power BI: keep your map and legend colors aligned

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:21:00 GMT

Maps that use gradient color schemes can be excellent for showing patterns, but they are also one of the easiest ways to mislead your audience by accident.

Tekantis Introduces a New Way to Build with Icon Map

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:33:00 GMT

Tekantis has announced a major update to Icon Map, its geospatial analytics software for Power BI. The update introduces a six month free developer license, a usage based pricing model and a new client portal.

Using Location Intelligence to Support NHS and Public Health Operational Planning

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 13:14:00 GMT

For NHS and public health analysts, location intelligence helps turn routine health data into clearer insight on disease patterns, service access and vaccination coverage, supporting more confident operational decisions.

Putting Wales on the Map in Power BI with Icon Map

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:52:00 GMT

Icon Map joined the Fabric & Power BI Wales User Group for a session that truly captured why we enjoy working with maps so much.

What Is Geo-Analytics and Why It Matters for Business Decisions

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 13:52:00 GMT

Geo-analytics adds location and spatial context to business data, revealing patterns, risks and opportunities that traditional dashboards often miss.

How We Built Santa’s Global Journey in Power BI with Icon Map and NORAD Data

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 07:03:00 GMT

A fun seasonal project showing how NORAD’s Santa data, Power Query and Icon Map Slicer can be combined to create a fully animated Santa tracker in Power BI.

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 30 - Makeover

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 06:50:00 GMT

We made it!

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 29 - Raster

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 06:04:00 GMT

It's day 29 of the 30 Day Map Challenge and the theme is "Raster".

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 28 - Black

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 06:16:00 GMT

We're on to day 28 of the 30 Day Map Challenge and today's theme is "Black":

Welsh Index of Multiple Deprivation updated for 2025

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 14:55:00 GMT

The Welsh Government have just released the Welsh Index of Multiple Deprivation (WIMD) dataset, updated for 2025.

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 27 - Boundaries

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Day 27 of the 30 Day Map Challenge and today's theme is "boundaries".

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 26 - Transport

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:39:00 GMT

We're of the 30 Day Map Challenge and today's theme is "Data: OpenStreetMap".

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 25 - Hexagons

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 13:28:00 GMT

It's day 25 of the 30 Day Map Challenge and today's theme is "Hexagons".

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 24 - Places and their Names

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:48:00 GMT

Already day 24 of the 30 Day Map Challenge and today's theme is "Places and their Names".

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 23 - Process

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 06:26:00 GMT

Moving onto day 23 of the 30 Day Map Challenge and today's theme is "Process"

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 22 - Data challenge: Natural Earth

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 06:30:00 GMT

It's day 22 of the 30 Day Map Challenge and today's is a data challenge to use data from "Natural Earth".

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 21 - Icons

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:38:00 GMT

It's day 21 of the 30 Day Map Challenge and today's theme is "Icons".

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 20 - Water

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 06:54:00 GMT

It's day 20 of the 30 Day Map Challenge and today's theme is "Water".

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 19 - Projections

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 06:28:00 GMT

It's day 19 of the 30 Day Map Challenge and today's theme is "Projections".

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 18 - Out of this World

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 06:18:00 GMT

It's day 18 of the 30 Day Map Challenge and today's theme is "Out of this World".

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 17 - A New Tool

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 06:35:00 GMT

Day 17 of the 30 Day Map Challenge and today's theme is "A New Tool":

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 16 - Cells

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 06:20:00 GMT

Day 16 of the 30 Day Map Challenge and today's theme is cells:

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 15 - Fire

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 06:27:00 GMT

On to week 3 of the 30 Day Map Challenge. It's day 15 and the theme is "Fire".

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 14 - Data: OpenStreetMap

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 06:58:00 GMT

Already day 14 of the 30 Day Map Challenge and today's theme is "Data: OpenStreetMap".

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 13 - 10 Minute Map

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 06:34:00 GMT

It's day 13 of the 30 Day Map Challenge and today's theme is "10 Minute Map".

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 12 - Map from 2125

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 06:43:00 GMT

Day 12 of the 30 Day Map Challenge and today's theme is "a map from 2125".

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 11 - Minimal Map

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 07:59:00 GMT

It's day 11 of the 30 Day Map Challenge and today's topic is "Minimal Map"

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 10 - Air

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 07:34:00 GMT

Monday brings us to day 10 of the 30 Day Map Challenge and today's topic is "Air"

30 Day Map Challenge - Day 9 - Analog

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 14:26:00 GMT

On to day 9 of the 30 Day Map Challenge and the topic is "Analog" - time for me to get out the kid's coloring pencils.