ISO/TR 19122:2004 is applicable to the following aspects of the field of Geographic Information/Geomatics:

• To develop a Type 3 report, which describes a system for the qualification and certification, by a central independent body, of personnel in the field of Geographic Information/Geomatics.
• To define the boundaries between Geographic Information/ Geomatics and other related disciplines and professions.
• To specify technologies and tasks pertaining to Geographic Information/Geomatics.
• To establish skill sets and competency levels for technologists, professional staff and management in the field.
• To research the relationship between this initiative and other similar certification processes performed by existing professional associations.
• To develop a plan for the accreditation of candidate institutions and programs, for the certification of individuals in the workforce, and for collaboration with other professional bodies.