Mans has more than 14 years’ experience in a multidisciplinary research environment. He has broad experience in the application of geographical information technology in an applied research environment, with specialised knowledge of geo-demographics and spatial analysis of economic trends and implications. His primary focus is on decision and planning support as it relates to city and regional development futures, through advanced spatial analysis and modelling.

Expertise: Advanced spatial analysis and modelling; Geographical Information Systems; Geo-demographics; Business and project management