Dr Gabriela Droj is a University Lecturer in the Department of Topography and Geodesy at the University of Oradea and a consultant specialising in Geographic Information Systems (GIS). She holds a Master's degree in Computer Science (1997) and a PhD in Information Science (2008), both from Babeș-Bolyai University in Cluj-Napoca. Her ongoing professional development includes numerous specialised and advanced courses in project management, urban management, and advanced computer science. With practical experience as Head of the GIS Department at Oradea City Hall (2000–2008), Dr Droj has dedicated her career to the research and application of geospatial technologies. Since 2008, through UrbanGIS Consulting, she has led complex projects integrating GIS into urban planning, traffic analysis, economics, and real estate appraisal. Her expertise lies in synthesising principles from geoinformatics, business information systems, remote sensing, and spatial database management to provide quantitative insights and data-driven solutions for practical applications in these fields.