The framework structure of UNGIWG includes two main areas: DATA and SERVICES, where the activities of the Task Groups will be focused. Both of these areas have a common ground dealing with Standards. Activities are being addressed by five specific Task Groups:
	Core Geo-Database
	Remote Sensing
	Interoperable Services
	GIS Map Production Guidelines
	Global Navigation Satellite Systems

At the Seventh Plenary meeting, it was decided to merge the previous Task Group 1 (International and administrative boundaries) and Task Group 2 (Core Geo-Database), highly related and complementary at different levels and scales, into one single Task Group named "Core Geo-Database".

The Task Groups are comprised of experts and practitioners from organisations with an interest in the subject area. The work is coordinated by a group leader and task group meetings or teleconferences are held when necessary.