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GIS: A Computing Perspective
This fully updated new edition of Michael Worboys' highly successful book addresses GIS from a computing perspective as opposed to a cartographic, geographic or management perspective and highlights the fundamental role played by computing science, information systems and IT in the field of GIS. It reflects new developments such as the impact the internet has had in terms of distribution and visualization and covers the ever-increasing roles of AI, uncertainty-handling and agent-based computing. GIS: A Computing Perspective is aimed at a wide range of students, including those studying computer science, information systems and information technology as well as GIS.
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First published October 30, 1995
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May 15, 2023GIS in business intelligence: Benefits and Future
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) have become an integral part of business intelligence and decision making in many organizations. This second edition of "GIS: A Computing Perspective" provides a comprehensive overview of how GIS technology and computing science have enabled powerful geospatial analytics capabilities.
The book highlights how GIS can be used to gain actionable insights from location-based data. By leveraging GIS, organizations can visualize geospatial data, identify patterns and relationships, and develop predictive models. This allows businesses to optimize operations, target marketing campaigns, and make data-driven decisions.
Overall, this book is a valuable resource for understanding the key role of computing and technology in GIS. For businesses looking to gain a competitive advantage, GIS offers a wealth of benefits for better understanding customers, optimizing business performance, and navigating digital transformation. The future of GIS in business intelligence is bright, and this book provides perspective on the technologies and trends shaping this future.
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) have become an integral part of business intelligence and decision making in many organizations. This second edition of "GIS: A Computing Perspective" provides a comprehensive overview of how GIS technology and computing science have enabled powerful geospatial analytics capabilities.
The book highlights how GIS can be used to gain actionable insights from location-based data. By leveraging GIS, organizations can visualize geospatial data, identify patterns and relationships, and develop predictive models. This allows businesses to optimize operations, target marketing campaigns, and make data-driven decisions.
Overall, this book is a valuable resource for understanding the key role of computing and technology in GIS. For businesses looking to gain a competitive advantage, GIS offers a wealth of benefits for better understanding customers, optimizing business performance, and navigating digital transformation. The future of GIS in business intelligence is bright, and this book provides perspective on the technologies and trends shaping this future.
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