Publisher's Synopsis
In making purchasing decisions about geographic information systems, geographic data and GIS services, it is essential to have a sound knowledge of the options available and their implications. This volume enables readers to gain the maximum benefit from their GIS investments by making good purchasing decisions without having to undertake extensive research. It describes the components of a GIS; provides an overview of the main issues surrounding GIS implementations; provides outline guidance on specifying system requirements for GIS; describes data types; sources and costs; and assesses the GIS market, its size and future trends.
