Mr Ian Rolls CGeog (GIS)
Employer Name
Ordnance Survey
Biography
As a Principal Architect at Ordnance Survey, Ian defines the architectural vision for geospatial and enterprise technology solutions, ensuring that location intelligence, spatial data, and digital capabilities are delivered through scalable, sustainable, and future-ready platforms. He translates strategic business objectives into practical architecture roadmaps that maximise the value of authoritative geospatial data and services. He provides technical leadership across programmes and initiatives, establishing architectural principles, standards, and governance that enable secure, interoperable, and high-quality geospatial ecosystems. His focus on consistency, resilience, and operational excellence supports the delivery of trusted spatial products, platforms, and services at national scale. Working across business and technology teams, Ian builds consensus, influences strategic direction, and champions the integration of geospatial capabilities into organisational decision-making. He ensures architecture not only meets current priorities but also enables innovation, growth, and the evolving role of location intelligence in delivering business and societal outcomes.