{{IMSMANG}} includes an embedded GIS based on ESRI’s ArcGIS 910.x 1 that allows users to visualise mine action information on an integrated map without moving to another application. While {{IMSMANG}} implements many standard GIS features, information managers can augment the provided capabilities with external GIS applications such as ArcGIS Desktop. Since these customisations can have an impact on the performance and usability of the system, it is important to consider the necessary map and GIS customisations for {{IMSMANG}} prior to beginning widespread use of the system.