The Business Benefits of GIS: An ROI Approach

The Business Benefits of GIS: An ROI Approach
ISBN-10
158948200X
ISBN-13
9781589482005
Category
Geographic information systems
Pages
243
Language
English
Published
2008
Publisher
ESRI, Inc.
Authors
David J. Maguire, Ross Smith, Victoria Kouyoumjian

Description

Presents a fact-based, benefits-focused methodology aimed at ensuring the sustainability of GIS initiatives by demonstrating the success of the investment. This book provides a framework with supplemental case studies, interactive digital tools, and templates.

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